Hair loss

[Rudy1]

My dr switched me to Synthroid instead of Levothyroxine because I’m losing my hair. If this is the cause of my hair loss, how long before I notice a difference? Thank you

[Lalatoot]

Synthroid is levo by another name by and large. It might suit you better than what you have been taking. I would suggest you look at whether or not you are on an optimal dose as Ft3 and ft4 out of balance, too low are more likely to be the cause of your hair loss.

Or vitamin levels. Had them checked recently?

[SlowDragon Administrator]

Important to regularly retest vitamin D, folate, ferritin and B12

Low ferritin is often linked to hair loss.

Post results and ranges if you have any

Zinc deficiency can be linked too

thyroidpharmacist.com/artic...

[SusanLaR]

I went to see a trichologist about hair loss and he said it was due to taking levothyroxine and said my only course of action was to use Minoxidil. He didn't mention switching to Synthroid so I hope you have success.

[vocalEK in reply to SusanLaR]

FWIW - This article claims that patients are more likely to be inadequately treated when on generic, rather than Synthroid brand. hcplive.com/view/branded-le...

[vocalEK]

Some interesting ideas here: hypothyroidmom.com/10-thing...