My lab tests improved considerably after taking this medication. I was taking Armour Thyroid but told my doctor I preferred to get away from the animal based product - the method of taking it was not conducive to my lifestyle (minimum of one hour prior to coffee or food) and I don't eat pork (beef or lamb) so it was contradictory to me as well - also, the lab results weren't improving with the A...
Konagirl | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/4/2014
Condition: Serious Decrease in Thyroid Function
Overall rating 4.7
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My lab tests improved considerably after taking this medication. I was taking Armour Thyroid but told my doctor I preferred to get away from the animal based product - the method of taking it was not conducive to my lifestyle (minimum of one hour prior to coffee or food) and I don't eat pork (beef or lamb) so it was contradictory to me as well - also, the lab results weren't improving with the Armour thyroid even at a high dose. The only thing I don't like about the Liothyronine is that I need a second dose about noon, but it's not a huge problem -Read More Read Less
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