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AUGUST 4, 2023

In terms of knowledge, I generally divide the preparations into 2 key parts: Familiar yourself with common oral medications that you probably encounter in a daily basic (including both indications and dosage).

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of long-term high blood sugar and insulin resistance, can cause constipation. 40] Additionally, some diabetes medications can contribute to this issue. [49] Vitamin D deficiency is common, and many people supplement with it, but there can be too much of a good thing!

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 21, 2022

A little change in the dosage of thyroid medication can make a huge difference. If you’re already on thyroid meds, but still have symptoms, it is possible you may need to up your dosage so that your labs fall within the optimal range, to help you feel better. 2013 Jan-Feb;19(1):175]. Endocr Pract. 2012;18(6):988-1028.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 19, 2022

A 2013 Chinese study found a rate of H. I recommend testing thyroid hormone levels every six to 12 weeks to ensure your thyroid medication dosage is optimized, or sooner, if you are showing any of the above symptoms. J Diabetes Res. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2013, Article ID 263805, 8 pages, 2013.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 8, 2022

The good news is that supplementing with selenium at a therapeutic dosage, has been found to reduce thyroid antibodies, reduce thyroid symptoms, and improve overall well-being. (1-3). Half of the participants were given selenium supplementation at a dosage of 200 mcg per day, along with levothyroxine, for a 90-day period.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

MAY 26, 2023

Abnormal levels of thyroid hormone are associated with blood sugar abnormalities (and poor insulin control), and abnormal levels of pancreatic hormones have been linked to metabolic disorders, as well as diabetes. [2] The typical dosage is one or two capsules per meal. Published 2013 May 30; Pancreatic elastase. Published 2013.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

A 2013 animal study that used aloe vera gel daily, for a period of 21 days, found that aloe vera gel helped with normalizing elevated liver enzymes (a marker of liver disease), with markers returning to the normal or near-normal range for most. (30). Clinical trial in new case of diabetes mellitus. Infections. The Takeaway.

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PharmaShots

MARCH 29, 2023

Company: AstraZeneca First Approval Date: Jul 31, 2009 Generic Name: Saxagliptin Patent Expiration: Jan 2023 2022 Sales: $257M Indication: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Onglyza is a member of the dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor class of oral hypoglycemics used combined with diet and exercise for managing type 2 diabetes.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 26, 2022

Additionally, a randomized control trial study by Maruyama and colleagues, illustrated that carnitine supplementation helps maintain muscle mass and strength, specifically in individuals undergoing hemodialysis, as well as in those with diabetes and the elderly. (7). It’s all about each condition’s effect on the body’s metabolism.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

In one study, one gram of berberine per day lowered fasting blood sugar by 20 percent in people with diabetes, which is comparable to a commonly prescribed diabetes medication. [8] Treatment of type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia with the natural plant alkaloid berberine. Published 2013 Dec 26. 2013-3950. [30]

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 10, 2025

One study found increased obsessive-compulsive symptoms in men with type 1 diabetes. Another found that OCD patients had a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Obsessive-compulsive symptoms were also found to be positively correlated with blood levels of HbA1c, a commonly used diagnostic measure of type 2 diabetes.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 6, 2023

It breaks my heart to think about the many thyroid patients who get labeled as clinically depressed instead of being tested for thyroid antibodies, and to think of the patients who start on thyroid hormones without consideration of dosage and form, resulting in ongoing symptoms, including depression. Published 2013 Nov 15.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 7, 2023

Interestingly, metformin, a drug that supports blood sugar metabolism and insulin sensitivity, and is commonly prescribed to those with diabetes, has recently been studied in Hashimoto’s, and has been shown to have the ability to reduce thyroid antibodies! [33] If you have diabetes, your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The diet can lower your risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers as well. (34-37). Those who did not see any improvement may not have been dosed adequately, as the dosage of Betaine with Pepsin should be individualized. Diabetes Metab Res Rev. Published 2013 Nov 11. Enhance and Optimize Digestion.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In fact, researchers behind a 2013 meta-analysis observed that, statistically, people with low vitamin D were at a much greater risk of depression. [6] For example, a deficiency in vitamin D has been correlated with higher rates of type 1 diabetes. [10] Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes. Published 2016 Oct 18. 2017;125(4):229-233.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JANUARY 20, 2023

I recommend that you closely monitor your thyroid symptoms, thyroid hormones, and thyroid antibodies, and test hormone levels every six to 12 weeks, to ensure your thyroid medication dosage is optimized. Aloe vera should not be used by those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, diabetic, or have a bowel obstruction.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Low testosterone can be a risk factor – beyond libido – for many other significant health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and even cognitive decline. [26] Doses that are incorrect by even just a tiny amount can result in ongoing or even new symptoms, so it’s important to ensure your current dosage is correct. Sex Med Rev.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

APRIL 11, 2025

While it’s uncommon for people without celiac disease to completely stop taking thyroid medication solely by going gluten free, some do find they can reduce their dosage through a gluten-free diet. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. [11] I also offer a standalone Myo-Inositol Powder.

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