Brand Names: Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid, Tirosint, Unithroid

Generic Name: levothyroxine (Pronunciation: LEE voe thye ROX een)

• What is levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• What are the possible side effects of levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• What is the most important information I should know about levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• How should I take levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Levoxyl)?
• What happens if I overdose (Levoxyl)?
• What should I avoid while taking levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• What other drugs will affect levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?

Levothyroxine is a replacement for a hormone that is normally produced by your thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy and metabolism. Levothyroxine is given when the thyroid does not produce enough of this hormone on its own.

Levothyroxine treats hypothyroidism (low thyroid hormone). Levothyroxine is also used to treat or prevent goiter (enlarged thyroid gland), which can be caused by hormone imbalances, radiation treatment, surgery, or cancer.

Levothyroxine should not be used to treat obesity or weight problems.

Levothyroxine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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Levothroid 0.025 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.025 mg

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Levothroid 0.05 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.05 mg

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Levothroid 0.075 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.075 mg

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Levothroid 0.088 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.088 mg

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Levothroid 0.1 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.1 mg

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Levothroid 0.112 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.112 mg

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Levothroid 0.125 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.125 mg

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Levothroid 0.137 mg

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Levothroid 0.15 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.15 mg

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Levothroid 0.175 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.175 mg

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Levothroid 0.2 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.2 mg

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Levothroid 0.3 mg cap

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Levothroid 0.3 mg

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Levothyroxine 0.025 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.05 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.05 mg-URL

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Levothyroxine 0.075 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.088 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.1 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.1 mg-SAN

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Levothyroxine 0.112 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.125 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.125 mg-SAN

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Levothyroxine 0.15 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.175 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.2 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 0.3 mg-MYL

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Levothyroxine 137 mcg-MYL

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Levoxyl 0.025 mg

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Levoxyl 0.05 mg

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Levoxyl 0.075 mg

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Levoxyl 0.088 mg

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Levoxyl 0.15 mg

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Levoxyl 0.175 mg

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Levoxyl 0.3 mg

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Levoxyl 100 mcg

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Levoxyl 112 mcg

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Levoxyl 125 mcg

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Levoxyl 137 mcg

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Levoxyl 200 mcg

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Synthroid 0.025 mg

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Synthroid 0.025 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.05 mg

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Synthroid 0.05 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.075 mg

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Synthroid 0.075 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.088 mg

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Synthroid 0.088 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.1 mg

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Synthroid 0.1 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.112 mg

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Synthroid 0.112 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.125 mg

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Synthroid 0.125 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.137 mg

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Synthroid 0.15 mg

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Synthroid 0.15 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.175 mg

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Synthroid 0.175 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.2 mg

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Synthroid 0.2 mg-ABB

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Synthroid 0.3 mg-ABB

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Unithroid 0.025 mg

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Unithroid 0.088 mg

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Unithroid 0.1 mg

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Unithroid 0.112 mg

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Unithroid 0.15 mg

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Unithroid 0.175 mg

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Unithroid 0.3 mg

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What are the possible side effects of levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?

Stop using levothyroxine and get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• headache;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• nervous or irritable feeling;
• fever, hot flashes, sweating;
• changes in your menstrual periods;
• appetite changes, weight changes;

Less serious side effects may include mild hair loss.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Read the Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) Side Effects Center for a complete guide to possible side effects »

What is the most important information I should know about levothyroxine (Levoxyl)?

Since thyroid hormone occurs naturally in the body, almost anyone can take levothyroxine. You should not use this medication if you have had a heart attack, a thyroid disorder called thyrotoxicosis, or an adrenal gland problem that is not controlled by treatment.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, coronary artery disease, anemia (lack of red blood cells), diabetes, problems with your pituitary or adrenal glands, or a history of blood clots.

If you use insulin or take diabetes medicine by mouth, ask your doctor if your dose needs to be changed when you start using levothyroxine.

Different brands of levothyroxine may not work the same. If you get a prescription refill and your new pills look different, talk with your pharmacist or doctor.

It may take several weeks before your body starts to respond to this medication. Do not stop taking this medication suddenly. Even if you feel well, you may still need to take this medicine every day for the rest of your life to replace the thyroid hormone your body cannot produce.

There are many other medicines that can affect levothyroxine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.