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Syntroid vs. thyroid
Are synthroid and thyroid the same thing?
Synthroid (sodium levothyroxine) and thyroid thyroid (thyroid shields) are used to treat hypothyroidism for many reasons.
Synthroid is also used to suppress TSH of the pituitary gland.
Thyroid Armor is also used to treat or prevent goiter (enlarged thyroid) and is also given as part of a medical test for thyroid disorders.
Syntroid is a synthetic compound identical to the T4 (levothyroxine) produced by the human thyroid gland, and thyroid is a natural product made from animal thyroid glands.
What are the possible side effects of syntroid?
Common side effects of Synthroid include:
- fever
- hot flashes
- sensitivity to heat
- sweating
- headache
- nervousness
- irritability
- nausea
- Sleep problems (insomnia)
- changes in appetite or changes in weight
- changes in menstrual periods
- and temporary hair loss
What are the possible side effects of thyroid armor?
Common side effects of thyroid armor:
- hair loss during the first few months of treatment
This side effect is usually temporary as your body adjusts to the thyroid gland armor.
See your doctor if you experience serious side effects of thyroid armor, including:
- allergic reactions: rash, itching, swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat),
- severe dizziness,
- difficulty breathing),
- increased sweating,
- sensitivity to heat,
- mental/mood changes (nervousness, mood swings),
- fatigue,
- diarrhea,
- trembling (tremor),
- headache,
- confused breathing,
- chest pain,
- rapid / pounding / irregular heartbeat,
- swelling of hands/ankles/feet
- seizures.
What is Synthroid?
Synthroid (levothyroxine sodium) is a synthetic compound identical to T4 (levothyroxine) produced by the human thyroid gland, used to treat hypothyroidism for many reasons.
What is thyroid gland?
Armour Thyroid (thyroid shields) is a natural animal thyroid product used to treat hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone), to treat or prevent goiter (enlarged thyroid), and is also given as part of a medical test for thyroid disorders
What drugs interact with the sintroid?
Syntroid can interact with many different medications. Tell your doctor all the medicines and supplements you use.
What drugs interact with the thyroid armor?
Thyroid armor can interact with birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy, blood thinners, insulin or oral diabetics, medications that contain iodine, salicylates such as aspirin and others, or steroids.
How should synthroid be taken?
Synthroid is prescribed in tablets ranging from 25 to 300 mcg and is usually taken once a day with a full glass of water (about 8 ounces) 30-60 minutes before breakfast for better absorption into the body. Children can take the medicine if the tablet is crushed and placed in 1-2 teaspoons of water; do not store or delay serving this crushed tablet. Doctors can often slowly increase the dose; patients should not increase or decrease this medication on their own. Because some preparations of the drug may contain iodine or lactose, patients should tell their doctors about such allergies or reactions to these components. Many medications may inhibit the body's absorption of Synthroid; other medications may increase or decrease its effectiveness once it is adsorbed. Providing a complete list of medications to the doctor will help get the correct dose established for each individual patient.
Pregnant and nursing women should discuss the dose and use of this medication with their caregivers.
The dose of thyroid armor is determined by the condition being treated and is individualized according to the patient's response and laboratory data. Thyroid Armor can interact with birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy, blood thinners, insulin or oral diabetics, medications that contain iodine, salicylates such as aspirin and others, or steroids.
Tell your doctor any medications you are using. Current information shows Thyroid Armour can be used during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant because you may need a dose adjustment. Thyroid hormone passes into breast milk, but it is unlikely to harm breastfeeding.
Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
