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Should i be concerned about 50mg synthroid levothyroxine) accidental double dose? took about 5hrs apart

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not really.: and you probably should NOT skip tomorrow's dose but take it at the regular time.

Answered 1/28/2021

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Probably not: Typically will not cause toxic effect (assuming you mean 50 micrograms). watch out for chest pain or an arrhythmia.

Answered 1/31/2021

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