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I have taken Methimazole (Tapazole) since last November. You can certainly have aches, pains, etc., off and on again, while the thyroid is trying to stabilize. However, I would at least contact your doctor about the cold like symptoms, as he may want to run lab work before the month is up. Tapazole can cause a decrease in platelets (a rare side effect).
I just went thru this! I have had a sore throat for 4-5 weeks and so called my doctor about the WBC count. He said come in and get tested so I did and everything is normal. So it was just an actual sore throat. I started taking extra vitamin C and drinking way more fluids and it's finally starting to clear. If you are concerned, get the test but it seems pretty soon (just two weeks right?) to have such a sudden drop. But when in doubt, give them blood. That's my motto!
Thanks a lot for youre answers. My throat got a bit better, so I decided to wait another week before going to doc. The thing is, visiting the doctor takes a day, blood tests a week to get the results...so a lot of trouble. My concern was if Tapazole can decrease the WC so much in 1 week. But of course best thing is to check the blood. Anyhow thanks a lot for youre help
WELCOME!
Cheryl
I have taken Methimazole (Tapazole) since last November. You can certainly have aches, pains, etc., off and on again, while the thyroid is trying to stabilize. However, I would at least contact your doctor about the cold like symptoms, as he may want to run lab work before the month is up. Tapazole can cause a decrease in platelets (a rare side effect).
Can't hurt to talk to your doctor.