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Levothyroxine available ?

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Hi, I have read a number of times that people feel under medicated. I see now why you would think that, I do myself! (An I'm a newbie)

Can Levothyroxine be bought in the UK over the counter?

My friend recently bought 3 packs in Tenerife for a few euros from a Chemist. They did not ask for copies of her prescription.

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No its a prescription only drug in this country.

Moggie x

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nightingale-56

I have bought it over the counter in Majorca in the past for about 3 euros.

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Hi Can I add a note of caution. If you do prescribe it yourself, make sure you have regular blood tests through TUK site as it can be dangerous if wrongly used.

Jackie

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Agree with Jackie, I only bought it in Majorca because I forgot my prescribed dose.

I don't think I would self medicate, although its handy for an emergency if you forget or lose meds. I wouldn't like to think I had to go even a few days without my meds.

Thanks for pointing that out Jackie. X

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