Does Synthroid make you fat?

32-year-old woman5 years ago
I have hypothyroidism and I feel like synthroid is making me fat.
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Sarah-Yan Chagnon · 5 years ago
Hello,
Synthroid contains thyroid hormones. This is because in the presence of hypothyroidism, your thyroid gland is not able to supply you with enough. Since the drug only replaces what your body does not produce, it does not make you fat
However, one of the symptoms of hypothyroidism is weight gain. So if your Synthroid dose is not high enough and your disease is not well controlled, it can cause weight gain. A blood test is enough to know if your Synthroid is well adjusted. If you have not had one recently, your pharmacist or doctor can prescribe a blood test.
Sarah-Yan Chagnon · 5 years ago
We look forward to hearing from you,
Sarah-Yan Chagnon, pharmacist

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