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Ask Your Pharmacist about Levothyroxine | | Do you have a question about Levothyroxine? Our pharmacists have prepared hundreds of answers to commonly asked questions. Check below for an answer to your question. | | Q: | Are generic thyroid supplement drugs just as good as the brand name products? | | A: | While different companies manufacture brand and generic levothyroxine products, the same active ingredient (levothyroxine sodium) is contained in the various brands (Synthroid, Levoxyl, and Levothroid) and generic forms (levothyroxine sodium).. | | Q: | Are thyroid medicines being taken off the market? | | A: | Thyroid medicines containing levothyroxine sodium are not being taken off the market.. | | Q: | Are there any interactions with phytoestrogens? | | A: | Phytoestrogens, which are plant-based substances chemically similar to the human hormone estrogen, are available in several supplements.. | | Q: | Can thyroid supplements be taken with food, vitamins, iron, or other minerals? | | A: | Thyroid supplements containing levothyroxine (brand names Synthroid, Levothroid, and Levoxyl) work best when taken on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two hours after meals.. | | Q: | What do thyroid supplements contain? | | A: | Taking thyroid supplements treats hypothyroidism, a condition in which the body doesn't make enough thyroid hormone on its own.. |
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