If you take Synthroid

mamabear7

Do you know why you are supposed to take it on an empty stomach and wait at least a half hour before eating?

I just started taking it over the weekend.  I should probably call my doctor, but thought I'd ask here first.  TIA

mamabear7

Thanks Fredalina.....I guess I should follow the directions and change my morning routine to accomodate.

Jen12573

Also - if you're taking any type of vitamins, take them in the evening. Or wait at least 4 hours after taking your Synthroid.

mamabear7

Thanks Jen, I made that switch to my routine right away. 

 

QE2

Ditto what everyone else said. I just started last month and did a little research on thyroid meds. It should be taken on an empty stomach because there are certain meds/foods that can block the?absorption of?your thyroid meds like multi-vitamins, calcium supplements/antacids/dairy, soy, walnuts. As pp suggested, I take all of my other meds at night. I also keep my pills on my night stand with a glass of water so I can take it when I get up for my early bathroom run.

eileenm21

also fiber.  And mr dr says to avoid multi-vitamins, calcium supplements/antacids/dairy, soy, walnuts for at least 4 hours after taking it (which I think is extreme, but she insists)

momma mimi

Yes. Take it in the morning on an empty stomach. Wait an hour and then eat breakfast. It's absorbed better that way. GL to you.