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Which is better for thyroid levothyroxine or synthroid? i take the generic but i think i would feel better on name brand i have readed many things
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Thyroid: It makes no difference but stick with either the generic or the brand dont mix and match may have different bioavailability.
Answered 6/7/2014
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