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Does increasing my synthroid (thyroxine) increase my metaboism?
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Yes, but...: Yes, but it can also give you symptoms of hyperthyroidism. The heat intolerance, palpitations, tremors, emotional lability are not something you want to have. It also stresses your heart, and weakens your bones. This is why the use of thyroid medications for weight loss is an incorrect use of the medication.
Answered 10/23/2013
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