Compare Cytomel vs. Thyrolar
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Replaces thyroid hormones.
Cytomel (liothyronine) is good add-on treatment of underactive thyroid if your symptoms have not been controlled on other therapies.
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Upsides
- Acts faster than other thyroid hormone replacement therapies.
- Safe to use during pregnancy.
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Downsides
- More expensive than other thyroid hormone replacement therapies.
- Requires frequent dose adjustments when you first start taking Cytomel (liothyronine). Periodic blood tests are needed to make sure you're getting the right dose.
- Causes more harm to your heart than other thyroid replacement therapies.
- Safe to use if you're allergic to other thyroid hormones made from animal products.
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Used for
- Hypothyroidism
- Goiter
- Thyroid suppression test
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Price
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$13.28
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Side effects
The Cytomel (liothyronine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
The Thyrolar (Liothyronine / Levothyroxine) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
- Weight loss
- Underactive adrenal glands
- Heart problems
- Current heart disease
- Age 60 or older
- Taking Cytomel (liothyronine) with certain types of stimulant medicines
- Changes in blood sugar
- Diabetes
- Drug interactions
- Taking blood thinners, insulin, birth control, antidepressants, cholestyramine
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