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Levothyroxine Treatment Report
Brand Names:
Synthroid
See also:
Thyroid Hormone
What is Levothyroxine? Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of the human hormone thyroxine. The drug is used to treat hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), which can lead to weight gain, depression, and pain.
See more information, including instructions, precautions, side effects, and interactions.
Reasons taken
2 patients in the community are taking or have taken Levothyroxine.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 1 | 50% |
| TO CONTROL THYROID | 1 | 50% |
Other treatments patients are taking for Other include Walking Stick/Cane, MRI, and Prayer.
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Levothyroxine.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Levothyroxine or how long patients were taking Levothyroxine before stopping.
Currently Taking Levothyroxine
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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Report created on November 07, 2009.