Posted by KaraS on July 7, 2004, at 8:55:32
In reply to Cytomel vs. Synthroid, any opinions?, posted by gardenergirl on July 7, 2004, at 8:05:32
> Hi,
> I am on a small dose of synthroid as my normal TSH without it is on the lowest end of the normal range. I take it to boost it closer to the center which may help me get pregnant. I have read that Cytomel is a good adjunct to depression, which I also have and take Nardil for.
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> I understand Cytomel does not need the body to convert it to T3, and thus is used more efficiently.
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> What do y'all think? Anyone have opinions one way or the other?
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> Thanks,
> ggCytomel IS T3. I've done lots of reading on this topic as well as personal experimentation. I believe that the body does better when taking something more like the real thing - which in this case would have T2 and T3 in it. I have taken Levyoxyl (comparable to Synthroid) at times and Armour (natural dessicated thyroid from pigs which has T2 and T3 in it) and I feel that the Armour is superior. If I were you, I'd add Cytomel or switch to Armour. (It seems that the Cytomel or T3 supplementation is also more of effective in boosting antidepressants.)
P.S. The conventional medical establishment pushes the Synthroid and Levoxyl. They've been brainwashed by the big drug companies to think that their products are superior but if you do a lot of research (esp. read Mary Shomon's articles on thryoid at about.com or her books) you find that it's really not the case. Also, take a look at some of the problems that Synthroid and Levoxyl have had with product consistency.
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