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I think i've been taking too much levothyroxine. how long will it take for symptoms to subside if the dose is lowered? the symptoms: intestinal upsets, weight loss, sore muscles (especially in the legs), atrial fibrillation, etc. blood tests coming?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Too much levothryoxi: It will depend on how high your levels were. Await blood tests. A fib is a serious complication of too much is you did not have it before. Tell you team.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/23/2020

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A member asked:

I think i've been taking too much levothyroxine. how long will it take for symptoms to subside if the dose is lowered? the symptoms: intestinal upsets, weight loss, sore muscles (especially in the legs), atrial fibrillation, etc. blood tests coming?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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