Is thyroxine thyroid hormone?
I'm taking medication called Thyroxine for my thyroid condition. I was wondering if Thyroxine is actually the same as the natural thyroid hormone produced by our body.
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5 months ago
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Yes, it is the main thyroid hormone. While taking your daily pill is essential if your body doesn't make enough, eating clean vegetarian food rich in selenium and iodine can support your thyroid health. Just consult your doctor before modifying your diet.
3 months ago
Yes, thyroxine is precisely what we call T4, which is the primary hormone secreted by your thyroid gland. When you take those daily empty-stomach tablets, you are just replacing this exact hormone. Keep your lab tests updated to maintain the right dose.
5 months ago
Yes, thyroxine is the T4 hormone. Don't fall for online articles claiming you can replace this hormone with raw vegetables or herbal juices. If your levels are low, only medical thyroxine tablets prescribed by a real doctor can help you.
5 months ago
Yes, it is the T4 hormone. I totally get it, understanding all these chemical names and medical terms can feel so confusing when you are first diagnosed. Just know that taking your daily thyroxine simply helps your body feel normal and energized again.
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5 months ago
Yes, thyroxine is indeed the thyroid hormone. The medicine we get in pharmacies is just a synthetic version of it. It's a very simple and affordable pill that you just have to swallow first thing in the morning with water.
5 months ago
Haan, it is. I was diagnosed with low thyroid last year and my doctor started me on thyroxine tablets. My energy levels and brain fog got so much better within a couple of months once my body got enough of this hormone.