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What to do if i was just diagnosed with hypothyroidism and i am going to start on synthroid (thyroxine).?

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Correct: Synthroid (thyroxine) is one of the most common brands of thyroid hormone, and would be the correct medication for someone who is hypothyroid.

Answered 4/19/2013

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