Posted by LynneDa on February 9, 2004, at 9:40:43
In reply to Re: Hypothyroid and Lex?, posted by vandy on February 7, 2004, at 22:22:55
I think the thyroid needs to be checked with those symptoms, although during your first month on Lex you will be tired - that's definitely a s/e.
My primary care doc said that while I'm on Lex he will do blood work to check my thyroid and hormone levels every 6 months. Before I went on Lex, I was thoroughly checked out for hypothyroidism, anemia, diabetes and a bunch of other culprits for the symptoms I was having - just to be sure there were no underlying physical reasons for my depression, besides the PMDD diagnosis. It was quite relieving to have everything checked out. I hope everyone's doctors do that for them.
~ Lynne
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>You raise an excellent point and one I think merits further medical investigation. I'd have my thyroid level checked. Perhaps your PCP will do you a referral under the circumstances. If I were your doc I'd sure want to know. Interaction of drugs is a question mark at best and any indication that sheds light is worth pursuing. Thanks for your vigilance and connective thinking.
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> > Is anyone here hypothyroid and on Lex? I have noticed a lot of people here describe being tired while taking Lex. I have found the tiredness on Lex to be very similar the tiredness I felt before I knew I was hypothyroid. I am wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience or if anyone has become hypothyroid after being on Lex. I have not yet been rechecked for my thyroid levels because I am thinking it is the Lex, not the thyroid but am interested in what you all have to say. I am very tired all the time and sleep a lot. I have been on Lexapro for a little over a month. Thanks!! I appreciate the opportunity to ask questions in a forum like this!
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