*This statement summarizes the third USPSTF recommendations for screening for chlamydial infection and the supporting scientific evidence, and it updates the 1995 recommendations contained in the Guide to Clinical Preventive Services, second edition (1).
Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat. Current information shows that this drug may be used during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant because your dose may need to be adjusted. Levothyroxine passes into breast milk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant.
These medications may also be used to treat thyroid cancer or other thyroid conditions. The long-term safety of levothyroxine is well established. Typically side effects only occur due to overdosage of the medication. For more specific information, consult with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance based on your specific condition and current medications.