levothyroxine and body's nutrients

[fiftyone]

Can a regular high dose of levothyroxine (6 points above range) deplete the body's store's of magnesium and potassium?

[jimh111]

Magnesium levels are low in hyperthyroidism, probably due to renal loss of magnesium.

[SlowDragon Administrator]

Did you find out if you have Hashimoto's?

All hypothyroid patients frequently have low vitamin levels..

But especially if cause is hashimoto's

Important to regularly retest vitamin D folate ferritin and B12

Many people need to supplement virtually continuously to maintain optimal vitamin levels

[jgelliss]

High dose T-4 can actually help deplete the electrolytes. High T4 dose can make some thirsty and have dry mouth . It's very important to be on the right nutrients not to deplete valuable vitamins e.g. vitamin "D" /K2 , B-Complex , B-12/folate , magnesium, vitamin"C" , Iron if your low, Celtic Sea Salt for electrolytes/adrenals.