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Can you get levothyroxine allergies?

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Dr. Lee Perry answered

Possible: It is rare to develop allergy to levothyroxine, which is a medication used to treat hypothyroidism. However, there are reports of allergy to such medications.

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Answered 10/4/2013

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Yes: Any medication has the possibility of causing an allergic reaction. Though levothyroxine reactions are rare, they can occur.

Answered 9/8/2013

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