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I just had a changed of dose in synthroid from 100 mcg to 88 mcg.. apparently i am overmedicated. its been 5 days on the new dose , the fatigue is too much . how many days do you feel better after a change of dose of synthroid?

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Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

Check with doc: Fatigue often indicates too little thyroid hormone. MAY indicate the new dose is too low. Best to check with your thyroid doctor who can do a blood test to determine the appropriate dose.

Answered 2/22/2021

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A member asked:

I just had a changed of dose in synthroid from 100 mcg to 88 mcg.. apparently i am overmedicated. its been 5 days on the new dose , the fatigue is too much . how many days do you feel better after a change of dose of synthroid?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

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