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Can taking levothyroxine for low thyroid cause the metallic taste in my mouth after coughing?

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Cough: No, levothyroxine is not associated with that. It is more than likely that you are coughing up a small amount of blood that has a metalic taste from the iron in it. This may be a concerning symptom. Please go see a physician for an evaluation.

Answered 4/5/2018

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Levothyroxine: Experiencing a metallic taste in the mouth is one of the side effects reported by patients taking levothyroxine. It is unusual account for

Answered 1/3/2021

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A member asked:

Can taking levothyroxine for low thyroid cause the metallic taste in my mouth after coughing?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Dr. Lori Semel answered

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