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What could be causing my TSH levels to remain out of range despite taking Thyronorm 100 mcg, and how can I manage the resulting symptoms of persistent fatigue and hair loss?

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What could be causing my TSH levels to remain out of range despite taking Thyronorm 100 mcg, and how can I manage the resulting symptoms of persistent fatigue and hair loss?

Asked by Female, 30 · 10 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

10 days ago

I completely understand how frustrating it is to experience ongoing fatigue and hair loss despite taking your Thyronorm (levothyroxine) 100 mcg daily. Sometimes, TSH levels remain out of range because the medication isn't absorbing fully?such as if it is taken with food, coffee, or calcium and iron supplements. Alternatively, your body may simply require a slight dosage adjustment. I gently recommend discussing your results with your doctor. They can review how you take your medication, check for other causes like vitamin deficiencies, and safely adjust your dose to help you feel like yourself again.

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