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I took levothroxine for a year and my doctor told me to continue your medication but i abondon to take those pills does it affect on me?
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Thyroid: Levothyroxine is used for thyroid hormone replacement. If you are not taking your prescribed medication you may have a thyroid level that is too low. This can lead to fatigue, constipation and many other symptoms. You should talk to your physician about restarting your medication.
Answered 9/21/2013
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