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I am 15 weeks pregnant.taking synthroid (thyroxine) 50 mcg every day for 8 months already. tsh is within norm range now.what if i miss just one dose tomorrow?

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Dr. Lynn Ge-zerbe answered

Add an additional dose: Because synthroid (thyroxine) has a long half life and keeping your thyroid level normal is important during the pregnancy, I suggest to add additional dose of 50 mg synthroid (thyroxine) as soon as you realize that you missed the dose. Hope this helps. Happy New Year!

Answered 1/2/2015

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Its ok: Babies have issues with poorly controlled thyroid issues during pregnancy. Missing your pill for the day, while I would prefer it not happen, won't have any real long term effect.

Answered 6/27/2016

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A member asked:

I am 15 weeks pregnant.taking synthroid (thyroxine) 50 mcg every day for 8 months already. tsh is within norm range now.what if i miss just one dose tomorrow?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Lynn Ge-zerbe answered

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

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