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How efficient is t4 treatment for hypothyroidism?
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100% efficient: Hi. You can't beat 100% efficient! Some people prefer to use desiccated pig thyroid extract, and some prefer T3 (liothyronine) added to their T4, but T4 alone is all that's ever required.
Answered 12/1/2014
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