Question 1

is it normal to be in a coma have a heart attack caused by thyroxine overdose?

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No: None of the items, coma, heart attack or thyroxine overdose are normal.  Thyroxine overdose may cause the other two.

Question 2

is 2900 mcg of synthroid (thyroxine) considered an overdose?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Yes.  That seems like an abnormally large dose.

Question 3

any reason why can thyroxine be taken orally, but insulin can't?

Accepted Answer

Insulin is digested: Thyroxine is a small molecule similar to an aminoacid and it gets absorbed intact from the gut. When circulating it then behaves like naturally produced thyroxine. Insulin is a protein digested/broken down into dipeptides and aminoacids. Obviously once broken down and absorbed into the bloodstream it no longer exists as the intact molecule which is needed for its hormonal function.

Question 4

what is the treatment for thyroxine overdose?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If severe, too much thyroid hormone in the blood can cause organs to stop working properly, a condition known as thyroid storm, and treatment in a hospital ICU may be needed.  For less severe cases, treatment with beta-blockers (bp meds) may lessen symptoms of palpitations, shakiness, and jitters.  For mild cases, no treatment may be needed at all.

Question 5

what exactly is an overdose of thyroxine for a hypothyroidism patient?

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Excess drug resultin: Any dose that results in a hyperthyroid staate or symptomology is an overdose.

Question 6

can too much thyroxine cause diarhhoea?

Accepted Answer

Yes: High thyroid level can cause diarrhea.

Question 7

what are the symptoms
of overdose of thyroxine?

Accepted Answer

Thyroxine: Maybe this link will help you:  Increased Thryoxine could lead to increased heart rate, palpitations dizziness and more. Check -&gt; http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/levothyroxine-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20072133

Question 8

can 100 mcg thyroxine dosage cause sleepness nights?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sure, if it is too much. Have your doctor measure serum T4 and tsh, and adjust the dose.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of overdosing synthroid (thyroxine)?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroidism: Overdosing on synthroid (thyroxine) will cause hyperthyroidism.  Some symptoms of hyperthyroidism are: feeling nervous, fast heartbeat, weight loss, feeling hot, trouble sleeping, feeling anxious, sweating heavily, muscle weakness, increased appetite, frequent bowel movement...Some hyperthyroid patients will have 1-2 symptoms, some have all of them and some have none of them at all.

Question 10

can excessive thyroxine cause permanent damage to your body?

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Excess thyroxine: Can excessive thyroxine cause permanent damage to your body?. ANS: Yes. And it can kill you. Google hyperthyroidism  and look  at images.  Discuss with your Dr. who wrote the prescription if you are taking it as it needs to be monitored closely.

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