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I have hypothyroidism and take levothyroxine fasting every day. i heard i need to stay 30 minutes without eating after taking the medicine. is true?

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De[ends: It variable depending on the med given and the manufacturer. You will have to ask your pharmacist this question as they know the manufacturer.

Answered 6/3/2015

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

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Levithyroxine : Yes it's true you should take this medication only with water and that's it. I recommend just 15 minutes but the key thing is not with food. The absorbption will go done and this the effectiveness of the drug.

Answered 6/3/2015

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Levothyroxine dose: It is recommended to take levothyroxine dose in the morning .Some physicians recommend taking dose two hours before eating, but at least 30 min. before eating.

Answered 6/29/2015

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Yes sensitive med: Administer in the morning on an empty stomach at least 30 to 60 minutes before food. Separate the dose from other vitamins and certain medications (review with pharm) by 4 hours. Also be aware that Soybean flour, soy, grapefruit juice, espresso coffee, cottonseed meal, walnuts, dietary fiber may interfere with absorption of levothyroxine.

Answered 6/6/2015

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