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2. Common thyroid drug levothyroxine linked to bone mass loss - AOL

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   Levothyroxine is a frequently prescribed drug in the United States, particularly for older people, as lower thyroid function can be associated with aging. Questions remain over how appropriately ...

3. Levothyroxine - Wikipedia

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   For older people (over 50 years old) and people with known or suspected ischemic heart disease, levothyroxine therapy should not be initiated at the full replacement dose. [24] Since thyroid hormone increases the heart's oxygen demand by increasing heart rate and contractility, starting at higher doses may cause an acute coronary syndrome or an ...

4. Hypothyroidism - Wikipedia

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   Women are more likely to develop hypothyroidism than men. In population-based studies, women were seven times more likely than men to have TSH levels above 10 mU/L. [8] 2–4% of people with subclinical hypothyroidism will progress to overt hypothyroidism each year. The risk is higher in those with antibodies against thyroid peroxidase.

5. Hashimoto's thyroiditis - Wikipedia

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   Levothyroxine is preferred over Liothyronine due to its long half-life [22] leading to stable thyroid hormone levels, [70] ease of monitoring, [70] excellent safety [70] [71] and efficacy record, [64] and usefulness in pregnancy as it can cross the fetal blood-brain barrier. [15]

6. Desiccated thyroid extract - Wikipedia

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   It is used to treat hypothyroidism, [1] but less preferred than levothyroxine. [1] It is taken by mouth. [1] Maximal effects may take up to three weeks to occur. [1] Side effects may occur from excessive doses. [1] This may include weight loss, fever, headache, anxiety, trouble sleeping, arrhythmias, and heart failure. [1]

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8. Is It Safe to Use Expired Vitamins? The Truth About Vitamin ...

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   Most vitamins are considered safe for up to two years past their expiration date (unless they contain mold), but may become less potent over time. Pregnant women and people in need of regular ...

9. DR. NICOLE SAPHIER: 5 ways for women to survive the holiday ...

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   Remember, Christmas time and the holiday season are about joy and connection—and that starts with taking care of you. Intrinsically, as women, we want to do everything and support everyone else ...