Posted by Ilene on July 7, 2004, at 11:33:23
In reply to Cytomel vs. Synthroid, any opinions?, posted by gardenergirl on July 7, 2004, at 8:05:32
> Hi,
> I am on a small dose of synthroid as my normal TSH without it is on the lowest end of the normal range. I take it to boost it closer to the center which may help me get pregnant. I have read that Cytomel is a good adjunct to depression, which I also have and take Nardil for.
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> I understand Cytomel does not need the body to convert it to T3, and thus is used more efficiently.
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> What do y'all think? Anyone have opinions one way or the other?
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> Thanks,
> ggI'm taking Cytomel to augment Marplan, and it works well. This combination got me out of my deep, suicidal depression. I never took T4 so I can't offer a comparison. The only side effect I've noticed is that I can't drink coffee within a couple of hours of taking Cytomel or I get shaky and light-headed.
I.
PS: I moved! Can't say I moved *in*. Will post more later.
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