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What Causes Increase In TSH Level Despite Taking Thyronorm?

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Question : Sir i m taking thyronorm 25 mg since last 4 months continually.but the level of TSH is increased from 14.08 to 15.18. What is to do ????
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Answered by Dr. Minal Mohit (2 hours later)
Brief Answer: Increase the dose of thyronorm. Detailed Answer: Dear XXXX, Hi! you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and need thyroxine replacement. the dose depends on your body weight and is around 1 mcg /kg/d. Now 25 mcg is actually less so your TSH increased further. Kindly adjust your dose as suggested, take it early morning and empty stomach. Repeat the test after 4 weeks and let me know. Regards!
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What Causes Increase In TSH Level Despite Taking Thyronorm?

Brief Answer: Increase the dose of thyronorm. Detailed Answer: Dear XXXX, Hi! you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and need thyroxine replacement. the dose depends on your body weight and is around 1 mcg /kg/d. Now 25 mcg is actually less so your TSH increased further. Kindly adjust your dose as suggested, take it early morning and empty stomach. Repeat the test after 4 weeks and let me know. Regards!