Thyroid
Comparative Treatments of Primary Hypothyroidism in Adults
Intro: This study seeks to compare traditional animal derived thyroid supplements to synthetic thyroid hormone.
Investigational Drug:
Animal derived dessicated Thyroid Replacement (T3/T4) compared to Levothyroxine ((T4).
To Qualify: Persons aged 18 to 75 on continuous thyroid replacement therapy with levothyroxine (T4) for at least 6 months, with a stable dose for 90 days.
Goal: Establish dosage equivalencies and patient satisfaction between treatment groups. All patients will be monitored and thyroid levels kept normal.