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I take a levothyroxine generic and suffer massive bloating, weight gain (40lbs) and red dots on my shins. is there an alternative drug?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

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LEVOTHYROXINE?: HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN ON THIS MEDICATION? PLEASE CHECK WITH THE DOCTOR WHO HAS BEEN PRESCRIBING IT. HE OR SHE MAY BE THE ONE WHO COULD ANSWER THIS. BEST LUCK.

Answered 7/28/2015

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A member asked:

I take a levothyroxine generic and suffer massive bloating, weight gain (40lbs) and red dots on my shins. is there an alternative drug?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jerome Litt answered

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