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Nutritional Supplement

Thyroid Extracts

Possible Deficiencies

As thyroid extract is not an essential nutrient, therefore, no deficiency state exists.

Side Effects

No side effects or adverse reactions have been reported. However, people taking prescription thyroid hormones should consult their doctor before using non-prescription thyroid extracts.

References

1. Bunevicius R, Kazanavicius G, Zalinkevicius R, Prange AJ Jr. Effects of thyroxine as compared with thyroxine plus triiodothyronine in patients with hypothyroidism. N Engl J Med 1999;340:424-9.

2. Gaby AR. Treatment with thyroid hormone. JAMA 1989;262:1774 [letter].

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