A member asked:
Can i take anything to help me lose weight? i have a hypothyroid problem and take 150mcg levoxyl (thyroxine)
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Melvin Gloveranswered
Family Medicine 21 years experience
See your doctor: Hypothyroidism cause cause weight gain, so you want to make sure that your current dose of lavoxyl is effective.
Diet and exercise is always the cornerstone of a weight loss program.
There are medications that are effective for weight loss, but they are not a substitute for diet and exercise.
Note: please speak with your doc before starting an exercise program.
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