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Thyroxine - Contraindication?
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I'm taking a high does of Quetiapine and a SSRI. When I was prescribed a starting dose of 50 mg of thyroxine, I experienced full blown mania for 4 weeks (which was rather pleasant for me but not for my family). Following this my mood dipped and I ended up with severe depression. Subsequently my Q and SSRI doses were increased.
As my blood tests are due again for hypothyroidism I'm anxious that these mood disorder will rear it's ugly head again if thyroxine increased.
Has anyone else experienced an adverse reaction when taking thyroxine alongside other meds?
According to the Psychiatrist there is no evidence to suggest that this reaction would happen, however, I think it is stated that possibly if taking tricyclics. Why the hell did it happen to me then?
Many thanks.
As my blood tests are due again for hypothyroidism I'm anxious that these mood disorder will rear it's ugly head again if thyroxine increased.
Has anyone else experienced an adverse reaction when taking thyroxine alongside other meds?
According to the Psychiatrist there is no evidence to suggest that this reaction would happen, however, I think it is stated that possibly if taking tricyclics. Why the hell did it happen to me then?
Many thanks.
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Me too Elina, I could sleep for 18 hours if I didn't force myself to get up. I've tried having massive snoozy days but it doesn't seem to help recharge my batteries at all and I end up with my life flying by whilst I'm asleep so I force myself to do with 8 hours now and a cat nap if I'm absolutely dying by afternoon.
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Never had hypothyroidism before taking Q. Does make me wonder if they could be the 'cause' of it. No history in family either. Could it be an age thing?
I know I have to have my bloods taken in case of diabetes. Apparently, Q has been known to 'kick start' diabetes. Sorry about lack of med terminology, brain fog!
Never had hypothyroidism before taking Q. Does make me wonder if they could be the 'cause' of it. No history in family either. Could it be an age thing?
I know I have to have my bloods taken in case of diabetes. Apparently, Q has been known to 'kick start' diabetes. Sorry about lack of med terminology, brain fog!
\\\\Never had hypothyroidism before taking Q. Does make me wonder if they could be the 'cause' of it. No history in family either. Could it be an age thing? \\\\
The docs would certainly have done your blood thyroid hormones before diagnosing your depressive illness.
Yes hypothyroidism tends to be "age related."
The docs would certainly have done your blood thyroid hormones before diagnosing your depressive illness.
Yes hypothyroidism tends to be "age related."
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