Should I consider changing from generic form of levoxyl to the original after a period of time?

[Fran1225]

I have Hypothyroidism.  I have been taking levoxyl for at least 8 years and over the past year, I switched to a generic brand.  Lately, I am feeling all the symptoms of an inactive thyroid, but my blood levels appear to be in the normal range.  I am listless, weepy, my hair is falling out, my nails are brittle, my skin is dry, I can't lose weight, and I have short-term memory.  While I had some stress in the past month that triggered all of this, I was wondering if I should try to switch to either Armour Thyroid or go back to the orginial synthetic?  My gyn attributes this to my age.  I am 61, but didn't feel this way six months ago.  Had a hysterectomy when I was 30 and have stopped taking hormones for the past 3 years.  Any suggestions?

Fran
Nashville

[AR-10]

I agree with Utah.

[utahmomma]

With thyroid conditions it's best to find the brand/formula that works for you and stick with it.  If levoxyl worked well for you, why don't you go back to it?   If you want to try Armour, now would be the time but talk to your doc and get off the generic that is obviously not working for you.