A member asked:

Started taking levothyroxine (100mg) for hypothyroidism. taking first thing in the morning before any food. is it ok to have a beer or two at night?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Sparingly, yes.: If what you are talking about is truly limited to only one or two drinks a day, you should be fine, although I would recommend that you not drink every day regardless. Stay in good health, and good luck!

Answered 1/13/2016

1.8k views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

Started taking levothyroxine (100mg) for hypothyroidism. taking first thing in the morning before any food. is it ok to have a beer or two at night?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

Ive been spotting for almost 3 weeks now, my last period was november 3, always regular, 31 day cycles. my spotting was first brown and now its pink/red, minor cramping. i have hypothyroidism and take levothyroxine. my period is late now. am i ok?

A member asked:

Been treated for hypothyroidism for 20+yrs. Last two years blood work shows very low TSH and High T4. (TSH .108 T4 2.80). Dr lowered Levothyroxine 6 months ago.. T4 is higher now then 6 months ago. Nodule on RL is TIRAD3. What should be done ?

A member asked:

My last period was november 3, cycles are 31 days, always been regular. ive been spotting for 2 weeks nonstop. at first it was brown and then it became pink/red. no odor, itchiness or cramps. i have hypothyroidism and take levothyroxine. am i okay?

A member asked:

Im on levothyroxine for hypothyriodism but plan on going to a s game tommaro night and plan on have a few beers i want to know if I should take it?

A member asked:

Hypothyroidism: hands and feet cramping levels are good on levothyroxine ... Very bad and night especially feet and occasionally legs hips..?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I take 50mcg of levothyroxine in the morning for my hypothyroidism, i just started taking 15mg of adderall and im not sure if im allowed to take them at the same time, or wait an hour after the thyroid for the adderall?

50mcg levothyroxine in morning for hypothyroidism - is it ok to take amitriptyline 10mg before bed? Is a 10mg dose likely to cause heart problems?

My mother, 82 with dementia, has begun chewing her 100 mcg levothyroxine pill instead of swallowing it whole. Takes for hypothyroidism in morning 1/2 hour before breakfast. Is it safe that she chews it? Can it be taken at bedtime when she's clearer?

Hi, we are trying to get pregnant and started taking Clomid (clomiphene) . First month 50mg with no success now 2nd round with hypothyroidism taking levothyroxine 25mc?

I have the pcos condition and have been taking metformin for around 2 months now. Recently, I have also been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and have just started taking levothyroxine. Is it ok for me to take these two medications together?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?