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Commonly used thyroid pill linked to bone loss
- A new study reveals a potential link between levothyroxine, a common treatment for underactive thyroid, and bone loss in older adults. Researchers fou
The article from the Times of India discusses a study linking the commonly used thyroid hormone replacement drug, levothyroxine, to an increased risk of bone loss. Researchers found that patients taking levothyroxine, particularly those with higher doses or longer durations of treatment, exhibited lower bone mineral density, which could predispose them to osteoporosis and fractures. The study suggests that doctors should monitor bone health in patients on long-term thyroid hormone therapy, possibly adjusting dosages or considering alternative treatments to mitigate this risk. The findings underscore the importance of balancing thyroid function with bone health, especially in postmenopausal women who are already at a higher risk for bone density issues.
Read the Full Indiatimes Article at [ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/commonly-used-thyroid-pill-linked-to-bone-loss/articleshow/115764003.cms ]
Read the Full Indiatimes Article at [ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/commonly-used-thyroid-pill-linked-to-bone-loss/articleshow/115764003.cms ]
