Synthroid Side Effects
Synthroid | levothyroxine has been shown to cause side effects such as
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- stomach cramps
- weight loss
- headache
- fever
- tremor
- nervousness
- irritability
- excessive sweating
- increase in appetite
- changes in menstrual cycle
- sensitivity to heat
- temporary hair loss
Warnings & Recalls for Synthroid
Synthroid should not be used by patients who have suffered from conditions such as
There is no recall for this medication at this time.
Synthroid Treatment and Use
Synthroid | levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone manufactured by Abbott Laboratories as an oral tablet. Synthroid replaces and increases thyroid hormone, which is vital for the maintenance of mental and physical function. Thyroid hormone is typically produced by the thyroid gland, but if the thyroid gland is damaged by radiation, medication, or removal, Synthroid provides a means of maintaining a healthy thyroid hormone level and reversing the negative side effects of hypothyroidism.
Synthroid | levothyroxine has been approved for the treatment of
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Lawsuits & Legal Information for Synthroid
Author:
Lainee Hooks
Posted on May 21, 2012
