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Would adding t3 (liothyronine) to my levothyroxine help me lose weight?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

T3 (liothyronine): In some cases adding T3 (liothyronine) does help with metabolism. Blood tests for thyroid can include T3 (liothyronine) t$ and TSH to help your doctor determine.

Answered 1/15/2015

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