Side Effects of Synthroid

Synthroid is a synthetic thyroid medication. Taken for many reasons but only prescribed by someone in the medical profession. As with any medication there is a risk of side effects with synthroid. Side effects of synthroid can range from mild to severe. Most people do not have any side effect from using this drug. The dosage may have to be adjusted accordingly, which your doctor(s) will use blood tests to determine adjustments.

Some reasons that you might take synthroid medication; your thyroid is not making enough thyroid hormone, an enlarged thyroid or goiter, certain cancers of the thyroid or if the thyroid is non-functioning or removed.

Mild side effects of synthroid that may or may not happen; feeling anxious, diarrhea, feeling flushed, mood swings, muscle weakness, temporary hair loss, not being able to sleep, feeling overly tired. When first taking synthroid you might experience any of the mild side effects but most are temporary as your body adjusts to the medication, simple blood tests will tell the doctor(s) if dosage needs to be lowered or raised.

If you should experience more severe side effects contact your doctor(s) immediately. Among severe effects would be; hives, swelling of mouth, difficult to breath, chest pain or a racing heartbeat. Seek medical attention immediately if these sever side effects happen.

Other side effects to make your doctor(s) aware of are; leg cramps, muscle tremors, weight gain or loss, changes in menstrual periods, intolerance of hot or cold weather, headaches, dry skin, heart palpitations, constipation, inability to concentrate or confusion. These side effects can happen at any time you are taking synthroid and you just want to make your medical professionals aware that you have experienced any of the above.