hypothyroid/synthroid

[dkm123]

Hi,
I have Hashimotos Syndrome.  I was told by others that synthroid is best taken under the tongue, that you get more out of it that way.  Is there any truth to that?
Thanks

[cosmicsoul]

ask your question again to the doctor - as a new question. I think he will not answer it this way - as the dr. already answered the question that you posted too. Good luck!

[Mark Lupo, M.D.]

No, it is best to take it by mouth (ie, swallow the pill whole) first thing in the morning 30-60 min before breakfast OR to take it at bedtime at least 2h after dinner.  The key is to be consistent.

I have not seen reliable published data on under the tongue administration.

[Pearlie]

I am a 38 y.o. female who was told I should take a low dose synthroid of 25mcg x 6wks because my T4 was 0.7 and my TSH was 0.86 and my prolactin level was 22.7. I have always had some secretions from my breast when expressed since I was18y.o. and my labs were normal then.Should Itake meds. I am asymtomatic as well. Need a second opinion. Thanks.