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Does Methimazole 10 Mg Cause Weight Gain, Depression And Shortness Of Breath?
I am expericing episodes of shortness of breath. I am currently under care of doctor taking thyroid medicine. I have been taking methimazole 10 mg one tablet per day for 6 months now. I also take allopurinol for gout issues. I have little energy, weight gain and depression. I have also been sleeping 10-11 hours per nite... Does this sound normal with given medication?
Wed, 1 Apr 2020
Hello,
It can be due to hypothyroidism. You can for a thyroid function test assess the functional status of thyroid. If you are hypothyroid, the dose of methimazole must be reduced.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It can be due to hypothyroidism. You can for a thyroid function test assess the functional status of thyroid. If you are hypothyroid, the dose of methimazole must be reduced.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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