Levo brands

[Jelley93]

Hi I have just got my prescription for levo. Normally I get mercury pharma, however I have been given one called aristo. Is this one any good?

[helvella Administrator Thyroid UK]

Many and varied opinions as you can see by looking at some of the threads found by this search:

healthunlocked.com/thyroidu...

[SeasideSusie Remembering]

Jelley93

Only you can say if Aristo is any good for you. It is a lactose free brand.

Once you have found a brand that suits you it's best to stick to it and not change. If brand is changed then retesting after 6-8 weeks will be required.

If you get on well with Mercury Pharma then ask your pharmacy to make a note that you are always given this brand.

Also, see this recent post by helvella about patients who experience symptoms upon changing brands:

healthunlocked.com/thyroidu...