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I switched to synthroid from levothyroxine but i can't afford the synthroid & ever since i've had hbp spikes is it safe to switch back to levothyroxine?

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Yes: It is safe. A simple blood test to check your thyroid function should confirm if the generic is providing adequate thyroid replacement.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 2/8/2014

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