Meds and Weight

tinyrufus

Can your weight have an effect on what dose of synthyroid you are given?

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tinyrufus

I have to go back and get it. I didn't pay attention. I will get it and post on Monday.

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ifupleze

My endo based my dosage on my weight, but I believe it was too much. Can you post what your last TSH level was? It would be helpful.

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