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Thyroid function should be normalised prior to conception in women with pre-existing thyroid disease. Once pregnancy is confirmed the thyroxine dose should be increased by about 30-50% and subsequent titrations should be guided by thyroid function tests (FT4 and TSH) that should be monitored 4-6 weekly until euthyroidism is achieved.
Thyroid hormone requirements increase during and last throughout pregnancy. [14] As such, pregnant women are recommended to increase to nine doses of levothyroxine each week, rather than the usual seven, as soon as their pregnancy is confirmed. [14] Repeat thyroid function tests should be done five weeks after the dosage is increased. [14]
Levothyroxine, a drug used to treat hypothyroidism, can lead to reduced bone mass and density in older adults with normal thyroid levels, a small cohort study has shown.
Similarly to TSH, the thyroxine results should be interpreted according to the appropriate reference range for that stage of pregnancy. [8] The levothyroxine dose often needs to be increased after pregnancy is confirmed, [8] [33] [43] although this is based on limited evidence and some recommend that it is not always required; decisions may ...
Other side effects may include allergic reactions. [1] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is generally safe. [2] Regular blood tests are recommended to verify the appropriateness of the dose. [1] They contain a mixture of thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). [1] Desiccated thyroid has been used since the late 1800s. [3]
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Side effects may occur from excessive doses. [1] This may include weight loss, fever, headache, anxiety, trouble sleeping, arrhythmias, and heart failure. [1] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is generally safe. [2] [1] Regular blood tests are recommended to verify the appropriateness of the dose being taken. [1]