What happens if I accidentally take 2 Synthroid?
- Elevated pulse and blood pressure.
- Anxiety, nervous energy, tremors.
- Feeling irritable, overemotional, erratic, or depressed.
- Difficulty concentrating.
- Difficulty sleeping.
- Fatigue.
- Feeling overheated, even when others are cold.
- Diarrhea.
What happens if you take too much Synthroid?
The thing about Synthroid is that it takes several weeks to take effect and have an impact on thyroid levels. Taking any medication more than the prescribed dose is a no no but it happens. You should be fine. I have a medication box that I set up once a week.
Will taking extra Synthroid help me lose weight?
Will taking extra Synthroid help me lose weight? Stop weight gain A daily dose of levothyroxine (Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid) will rev up your thyroid hormone production again, and with it, your metabolism. Once you're on the right dose, your weight should stabilize, and you shouldn't have any more trouble losing weight than anyone else.
Is it safe to take 50 mg of Synthroid a day?
50 micrograms is one of the lowest doses of Synthroid. So, doubling it to 100 micrograms for only one day would not necessarily cause a problem, but it could. If you have not had a problem yet, then you likely will not have any problems.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Synthroid?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Tell your doctor if you miss two or more doses of thyroid in a row. Will taking extra Synthroid help me lose weight?
What happens if you take 2 levothyroxine?
Speak to your doctor if: you accidentally take more than 1 extra dose. you get side effects such as a racing heart beat or chest pain - these may not happen straight away - it can be several days before they come on.
Can you take a missed thyroid pill?
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Tell your doctor if you miss two or more doses of thyroid in a row.
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Nothing. It is not an issue. Take your next pill as usual. An occasional extra pill will make little difference. When I have had to increase my dose it takes weeks for that extra pill per week to take effect. One slip has very little effect. All will be fine.
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