My mother has been taking Eltroxin 50 microgram every morning on an empty stomach. Recently, she has been experiencing heart palpitations, anxiety, and a fast heart rate. Her recent thyroid test results are T3 (Total) is 0.7 (Normal is 0.7 to 2) T4 (Total) is 15.16 (Normal is 5 to 12) TSH is 1.72 (Normal is 0.55 to 4.7) Should her Eltroxin dose be reduced?

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Dr Hema Pratima

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High T4 and symptoms may suggest overtreatment. TSH is normal but on lower side. Review dose with her doctor; dose adjustment may help.

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