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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

What should I do if my TSH level is 0.27, and how many milligrams (mg) should I eat? Two months ago, my TSH level was 15, and so I started taking 15mg. But now it is 0.27. How much mg should I eat now?

Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

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MBBS

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Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

From the medical records you have included(attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), it is unclear what prescriptions you take because you have mentioned about thyroid condition and 15 mg tablet but did not specify whether you were hypothyroidism (decrease in thyroid levels) or hyperthyroidism (increase in thyroid levels) or whether you took Thyronorm or Carbimazole, which are two distinct entities.

If you have hypothyroidism, the findings indicate that your thyroid is overcorrected, and I suggest reducing the dosage of the tablet. Thyroxine (Thyronorm). One thing that I am not sure about is that you claimed to take a 15 mg tablet. Thyroxine (Thyronorm) (Thyroxine sodium). I believe this is incorrect information.

So, if you take 15 mcg (microgram), I suggest there is no need for any medicine. Simply check your thyroid function test after six weeks and report back. However, if you have mistakenly typed 15 mcg (microgram) instead of 50 mcg (microgram), I suggest that you reduce this amount to 25 mcg (microgram). Repeat your thyroid function test after six weeks and report back.

Please clarify the information you provided once more.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 27, 2024
Reviewed At May 27, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shaikh Sadaf is a Specialist in Diabetology and Endocrinology dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with hormonal and metabolic disorders. With two decades of clinical experience, she is skilled in managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, and a wide range of endocrine issues. Having trained internationally and earned prestigious memberships from leading medical colleges, Dr. Sadaf combines global expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. She focuses on personalized treatment, preventive care, and long-term wellness to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

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