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Suggest The Ideal Dosage For Synthroid

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Posted on Fri, 1 Jul 2016
Question: My long-standing endocrinologist had a horrible car accident and cannot practice any longer. I am about to run out of .137 synthroid and; although I found another endocrinologist, they cannot see me until September 2nd. I need a new script, or I have old .112 and ,125's. Can I use them up in the meantime. And how would I adjust them? Regards.
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Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Can continue with 125mcg in the meantime.

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Madam.

I can certainly understand your concern.

In the meantime till September you can absolutely go with Synthyroid 125 mcg as a suitable alternative to 137mcg.

This substitution is relatively very safe at the moment.

Later after consulting your new physician, get a complete thyroid profile test and adjust the new dosage accordingly.

Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
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Suggest The Ideal Dosage For Synthroid

Brief Answer: Can continue with 125mcg in the meantime. Detailed Answer: Hello. Madam. I can certainly understand your concern. In the meantime till September you can absolutely go with Synthyroid 125 mcg as a suitable alternative to 137mcg. This substitution is relatively very safe at the moment. Later after consulting your new physician, get a complete thyroid profile test and adjust the new dosage accordingly. Post your further queries if any. Thank you.