What is T4/T3 thyroid capsules?
Levothyroxine (T4) and liothyronine (T3) combined in one capsule, in the strengths and ratio your prescriber orders, including slow-release capsules.
At Pharmacy on the Park, T4/T3 thyroid capsules is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
T4 is the storage form of thyroid hormone that the body converts into active T3. A combination capsule replaces both hormones together.
What is it used for?
Levothyroxine (T4) and liothyronine (T3) combined in one capsule, in the strengths and ratio your prescriber orders, including slow-release capsules. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
- Slow-release capsule. Slow-release capsules are swallowed whole. Do not open, crush or chew them.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Signs of too much thyroid hormone: fast heartbeat, anxiety, trouble sleeping, sweating or weight loss. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
People with heart disease or untreated adrenal insufficiency. Your prescriber adjusts the dose based on your lab results. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
This combination isn’t sold as a single commercial product. Compounding lets us put the ingredients together in one preparation, in the exact strengths and ratio your prescriber orders, so there are fewer separate medications to take or apply.
This preparation can include: Levothyroxine (T4), Liothyronine (T3). Your prescriber chooses which ingredients and how much of each.