A 63-year-old male asked:
taking amiodarone for 6 wks and ive noticed weight gain but thyroid measurements normal ? and how long to leave my system should i stop using it
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Dr. Cynthia Archer answered
19 years experience Internal Medicine
This is a question: For your cardiologist ideally or your general practioner.
Complicated situations such as this cannot be managed via this forum.
Best wishes to you and here's hoping you're feeling good again soon!
Answered on Apr 3, 2020
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