The Truth About Thyroid Medications
The thyroid can be affected by poor diet, fluoride in the water, chemicals in food, consumption of saturated fats, pesticide residues on fruit, radiation from x-rays, alcohol and drugs. And, that’s not all.
Another cause of (an underactive thyroid), believe it or not, is the treatment for hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid). This is a classic example of a condition being brought about or worsened from the use of chemicals as a medical intervention.
Are Prescription Drugs the Answer?
The standard medical protocol for the treatment of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) is to use drugs to literally "knock out" the hormone producing tissue.
These drugs are given, even with the knowledge that the long-term outcome will be a need to use replacement hormones to counter the effects of "knocking out" the hormone producing tissue in the first place. Now, the patient must deal with the probable effects of a new thyroid problem of hypothyroidism, where the thyroid is now under producing.
Plus, Prescription Drugs Come with Side Effects
The common medical prescription drug for hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is Synthroid or Levothroid, synthetic versions of the hormone T4. Some side effects of these medications include headache, irritability, nervousness, loss of sleep, diarrhea and changes in appetite. If there is no response to these drugs, a doctor may then prescribe Liothyronine (Cytmel) or a similar medication that contains T3. A study done at the University of Massachusetts found that thyroxin can cause loss of bone mass, which is yet another dangerous side effect.
Most People are Told that Once They Begin Treatment, They Will be on Synthetic Hormone (Thyroid Medication) for the Rest of Their Lives.
Please be aware that once you start stimulating your thyroid gland with medication (synthetic hormone), nothing will happen to stimulate the gland to do its normal work. In fact, if you try to stop taking the hormone drugs, the problem may be worsened. This is because the thyroid senses no need to keep producing anything.
If you later want to shift to a natural therapy, you will have to gradually be weaned off synthetic hormones over a period of about a year. It would be much safer to avoid synthetics in the first place and seek a natural alternative from day one.
If You are Considering Drug Treatment for Your Thyroid Problems, You Must Read This Thyroid Drug Discussion Reprinted from Drugs.com, an Authoritative Source of Information on Prescription Medications. Read Discussion Below.
If You Want to Try a Safe, Natural Alternative to Prescription Drug Treatment, This Information will be Most Valuable.
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking thyroid?
Before taking thyroid, tell your doctor if you have:
- Hormonal problems
- Heart disease such as coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, or angina
- Diabetes
You may require special monitoring during treatment with thyroid if you have any of the conditions listed above.
Thyroid is in the FDA Pregnancy Category A. This means that thyroid is safe for use during pregnancy. Thyroid is safe to take if you are breast-feeding your baby. The drug does pass into breast milk, but it has not been shown to be harmful to a nursing infant.
How should I take thyroid?
- Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to explain them to you.
- Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. It is best to take thyroid on an empty stomach, one-half hour to one hour before a meal.
- Take this medication at the same time each day whenever possible.
- Take thyroid every day as directed, even if you feel well.
- It is important to take thyroid regularly to get the most benefit.
- Do not stop taking thyroid without first talking to your doctor. You may need to take this medication for the rest of your life to replace insufficient amounts of thyroid produced by the body.
- Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical evaluations during treatment with thyroid to monitor progress and side effects.
- Store thyroid product at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical treatment if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose of thyroid may include chest pain, nervousness, trouble sleeping, tremors, rapid heartbeat, nausea, headache, fever, sweating, shortness of breath, heat intolerance, irregular menses, increased appetite, decreased weight, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
What should I avoid while taking thyroid?
There are no restrictions on foods, beverages or activities during treatment with a thyroid unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
What are the possible side effects of thyroid?
If you experience any of the following uncommon but serious side effects, stop taking thyroid and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
- An allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
- Vomiting.
- Chest pain, irregular heartbeat or shortness of breath.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take thyroid and talk to your doctor if you experience:
- Tremors, nervousness or irritability
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Diarrhea
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Leg cramps
- Menstrual irregularities
- Fever, sweating or heat sensitivity
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect you experience that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect thyroid?
Before taking a thyroid, tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- An antacid that contains aluminum or calcium or sucralfate (Carafate). (These medications should be taken at least 4 hours apart from thyroid hormones.)
- Cholestyramine (Questran) or colestipol (Colestid). (These medications should be taken at least 4 hours apart from thyroid hormones.)
- An iron supplement and vitamins with iron. (These should be taken at least 4 hours apart from thyroid hormones.)
- Warfarin (Coumadin).
- Insulin or an oral diabetes medication such as acarbose (Precose), glipizide (Glucotrol), glyburide (Micronase, Diabeta, Glynase), metformin (Glucophage) and others.
- An estrogen replacement product such as Premarin, Estrace, Estratab, Ogen, Climara, Fempatch and others.
- Birth control pills.
- A tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), imipramine (Tofranil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor, Aventyl) and others.
You may require a dosage adjustment, special dosing instructions such as not taking certain medicines at the same time as thyroid hormones, or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
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