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Is Loss Of Appetite A Side Effect Of Levothyroxine Intake?

I m taking 100 mcg of Levothyroxine, and am experiencing almost zero appetite, and I really don t feel hungry; plus, my body seems to be voiding not only huge amounts of gas, but my feces smells quite strong. Is this normal, for someone taking Levothyroxine?
posted on Wed, 14 May 2014
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Hello,

Welcome and thanks for your query.
Levothyroxine is unlikely to cause loss of appetite. It usually improves appetite. A high dose of it may cause anxiety, palpitation, feeling hot and diarrhea.
If your appetite is low and you have abdominal pain and gas, it is better to see a doctor, have yourself examined and investigated.
Do get back to me if you have further queries.
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Is Loss Of Appetite A Side Effect Of Levothyroxine Intake?

Hello, Welcome and thanks for your query. Levothyroxine is unlikely to cause loss of appetite. It usually improves appetite. A high dose of it may cause anxiety, palpitation, feeling hot and diarrhea. If your appetite is low and you have abdominal pain and gas, it is better to see a doctor, have yourself examined and investigated. Do get back to me if you have further queries.