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Dose too low? pregnant
by ThyroidMom, Apr 02, 2008 11:16AM
I have been on 50 mg synthroid for a couple of months and my last test results were TSH 2.6, FT4 1.28. When that test was done, I was 4 1/2 pregnant (2 1/2 weeks since conception). My endo doesn't think that any increase is necessary. However, I've read articles that discuss how need for l-T4 increases when pregnant and am concerned I am not taking enough. When I stressed this to the doctor, he said if I want I could break a pill in half and take 75mg/day. Will this be enough? I guess the real question is what is my target TSH & FT4 level during first trimester, and how much synthroid is necesay to reach optimum level? Will it change throughout pregnancy?
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Your instincts are right on. I have read the same info regarding pregnant women requiring additional thyroid medication. I can't remember what the target TSH is for pregnancy, but I have read it over on the doctor's forum from time to time.
I know it is almost impossible to get a post on the doctor forum, but it might be worth a try if you get a chance.
Hang in there, I think you are on the right track, now you just need to get your doctor there with you.