Interaction between liothyronine and cbd oil?

[lizzie1]

Hi, I have just come off amitriptyline recently which I took for my fibro. I need something to help with the pain , insomnia and anxiety I struggle with. I have started on cbd oil from Holland & Barratt. The problem is I am on t3 only for my UAT. I currently dose this 3 times a day. I have only managed to find small bits of information re any possible interaction. I am only able to take the cbd oil in the evening to keep it away from my t3. Unfortunately this is not enough and I am at a loss as to how I can increase it .

I just wondered if any of you take the 2 together and do it more successfully than me.

Thanks in advance.

[Regenallotment]

hi there,

Sorry I don’t have an answer for you, I’m just hoping to bump your post up. I’m interested/curious about the answer.

What I do know is H&B products aren’t always the best quality (some are some aren’t) maybe CBD oils are not all equal? As hypothyroidism is common in the US and Cannabis is no longer illegal in some states, maybe our US members might know?

I do remember a podcast where someone took gummies with CBD but I don’t remember spacing from T3.

Hope you find answers, 🦋💚🦋

[lizzie1 in reply to Regenallotment]

Thank you for the reply. It would be just be nice to know so I could adjust my dose accordingly.

[greygoose]

How do you take your CBD oil? Sublingually? If so, there's less problem.

The usual advice is to take CBD oil two hours away from thyroid hormone 'just in case'. But no-one really seems to know if there is any potential reaction between the two.

[lizzie1 in reply to greygoose]

Hi, I take it under my tongue last thing before bed.

[greygoose in reply to lizzie1]

Well, that lessens the problem, then, doesn't it. Because it doesn't meet up with the hormone in the gastro-intestinal tract.

I took CBD for quite a while, but can't afford it at the moment. I found it did wonders for my nervous system, helped my ataxia. I do still give it to my dog, who has arthritis, and it calms him down wonderfully.

If you're interested, there are some articles on CBD oil on my profile:

healthunlocked.com/user/gre...

[lizzie1 in reply to greygoose]

Thank you I will have a read. I did get myself in a bit of a panic as I had put a lot of faith in the cbd helping and then the idea of not being able to use it upset the apple cart. To add to the mix I take a very low dose of fluoxetine and I have read that that can interact with cbd. I have learnt a lesson....read up about interactions before starting something new. I am currently doing a bit of a juggling act trying to space them all out.

[greygoose in reply to lizzie1]

You're welcome.

[helvella Administrator Thyroid UK]

I have used CBD oil on my skin, and in small oral doses, and didn't notice any issues.

I'd just try to ensure a gap of an hour (or more, if possible) and see how it goes. I found nothing which suggested any issues.

[Regenallotment in reply to helvella]

what would you say the benefits are?

[helvella Administrator Thyroid UK in reply to Regenallotment]

Difficult to say - if any! And I was taking other medicines as well which confused the picture further.

[lizzie1 in reply to helvella]

Thank you I didn't even know I could put it on my skin. Will leave at least an hour.

[Sparklingsunshine]

I have Fibro so can certainly sympathise with you. I tried Amytriptyline for Fibro and migraine prevention and can attest its very sedating but I found the side effects unbearable. 5HTP is a natural serotonin booster, its often touted as effective for mild to moderate depression, pain relief and helping you sleep. I take it for sleep and it definitely helps.

[lizzie1 in reply to Sparklingsunshine]

Thanks, will have a read about 5htp.

[hjh88]

I would definitely recommend looking at the quality of your CBD oil as I know some of Holland & Barrett’s don’t have a defined amount of CBD in them and the quality is lacking in others. Unfortunately, good quality ones are quite expensive but I’ve noticed a huge difference in terms of efficacy between cheaper and better quality oils.

I’ve linked my fave below. The quality vs cost is among the best I can find for a full spectrum, high concentrate oil (100mg CBD per 1ml of oil). It tastes pretty hempy so they’ve got a minty version if that’s an issue.

cbdarmour.co.uk/product/raw...

[lizzie1 in reply to hjh88]

Thank you so much, will take a look.

[DiNL]

how have u got on? I was curious if u had tried the CBD and if it was working for u?

[lizzie1 in reply to DiNL]

Am taking several drops before bed and I think it is helping my sleep. Its early days but I feel hopeful.

[DiNL]

that’s great Lizzie, I hope it continues to help. I was curious as I am also on levo and was looking for something to help me sleep too

[DiNL]

what CBD are u using? Is it THC free and what %? There are so many to choose from

[lizzie1 in reply to DiNL]

I got mine on offer from Holland and Barratt. It is very confusing as there is so much choice. Mine is thc free.

[DiNL]

thanks - did u start on 5% or a higher dose?