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Can I take evening primrose and thyroxine?
No interactions were found between Evening Primrose Oil and levothyroxine. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Does evening primrose oil affect thyroid?
There is a wide array of nutrients helpful in promoting healthy thyroid function. At the top of Thompson’s list are gamma linoleic acids (GLAs), such as evening primrose oil and black currant oil, both of which help the thyroid produce hormones.
What vitamins should not be taken with levothyroxine?
Aluminum and magnesium containing antacids, calcium carbonate, simethicone, or sucralfate and iron-containing compounds may decrease the absorption of Synthroid; so you should not take these medications within four hours of taking Synthroid.
Does evening primrose oil interfere with medications?
Evening primrose oil might slow blood clotting. Taking evening primrose oil along with medications that also slow clotting might increase the chances of bruising and bleeding.
Can you take collagen supplements with levothyroxine?
No interactions were found between aloe vera / collagen / lidocaine topical and Synthroid. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Does EPO make you gain weight?
We report that Epo doses (1000, 600, 300, and 150 U/kg) significantly reduced body weight gain and fat mass, while, only Epo doses of 300 U/kg and higher significantly affected glucose tolerance.
Can I take levothyroxine at night?
Ideally, levothyroxine should be the only medication taken at bedtime. Just as with morning dosing, it is best to avoid co-administration with other medications such as statins, blood pressure drugs, and metformin.
Is it better to take thyroxine at night or in the morning?
There is consensus that levothyroxine should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach. A pilot study showed that levothyroxine intake at bedtime significantly decreased thyrotropin levels and increased free thyroxine and total triiodothyronine levels.
Does evening primrose help with weight loss?
Obesity. Early research shows that taking 4.8 grams of evening primrose per day for 12 weeks does not add to the weight loss achieved with a reduced calorie diet.