Re: Levothroid vs Generic Levothyroxine

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I have used Forest levothroid for the past 5+ years. I tried some of the others

(Levoxyl, Synthroid) and because I do mine sublingually found the levothroid

worked best. What I have found is that sometimes my dosage needs to be a bit

lower in the summer because I am at the right dosage, so going over a tad pushes

me into having the symptoms you describe. So, I would think it's possible that

due to the inactive ingredients your body might be absorbing more of the T4 from

the generic.

I also had problems getting Forest levothroid a couple weeks ago - it was

backordered and I had to wait almost 10 days. But, the pharmacy did get it in.

My guess is that due to the Armour shortage, they may have ramped down

production of levothroid to expedite getting the Armour back out on the market.

So, I would suggest you call a few pharmacies to find one that has it and switch

back to what worked for you in the past.

B.

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> Hi all,

> I've been taking Levothroid for years with no problems but pharmacy did not

have and wasn't able to order Levothroid last month so I switched to the generic

Levothyroxine. Now, I'm experiencing rapid heart rate and rise in blood

pressure and suspect the Levothyroxine but unsure. So, I'm seeking opinions if

others have experienced this.

> Thanks.

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