Common Questions
Common Questions about Levoxyl
What is the difference between Synthroid and Levoxyl?Levoxyl and Synthroid are both brand-name versions of the generic drug levothyroxine sodium. They contain the same active ingredient and are used to treat the same condition, namely, hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid. |
Why can’t you eat soon after taking Levoxyl?You must take your Levoxyl dose away from meals and avoid certain foods due to drug or food interactions. Eating too soon after taking the medication can affect levothyroxine absorption, i.e., make it harder for your body to absorb the medication. Similarly, other therapeutic agents and foods can affect levothyroxine absorption. |
Can I drink coffee after taking Levoxyl?Coffee can decrease the absorption of Levoxyl (less levothyroxine absorbed by your body means the medication will be less effective). It’s a good idea to wait 30-60 minutes after taking your Levoxyl dose before you drink coffee or eat anything. |
Can I take Levoxyl at bedtime?Doctors usually recommend taking Levoxyl first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, about 30-60 minutes before you eat anything. You can ask your doctor if it is okay to take Levoxyl at night. If you do so, be sure to take it 3-4 hours after your last meal. It’s important to take your dose at around the same time every day. |
Will Levoxyl help me lose weight?Levoxyl will help to get your thyroid hormone levels up, and with this, your metabolism, so you might lose some weight when you start treatment. However, once your hormone levels stabilize, so should your weight. Remember that Levoxyl is not a treatment for obesity or weight loss. If your thyroid hormone levels are normal, you will not lose weight on Levoxyl at the usual doses, and larger doses can lead to potentially life-threatening health complications. |
What is the price of Levoxyl without insurance?Without insurance, Levoxyl can be as high as $54.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $10.22 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name Levoxyl or similar brands like Synthroid, Levo-T, Unithroid, or Euthyrox. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not. |
What is the price of Levoxyl with insurance?Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Levoxyl—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not. |
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