Thyroid hormone dosing in older adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether current thyroid medication doses are appropriate for people aged 65 and older. The goal is to find the best dose for each person to improve well-being.
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Who can take part
- Age 65 or older and live independently
- Been taking levothyroxine (thyroid medication) for at least 6 months
- Take between 75 and 200 micrograms per day, and at least 1.2 micrograms per kilogram of body weight each day
- No thyroid medication dose changes since your last thyroid test
- No history of thyroid cancer, severe kidney problems, or use of certain thyroid products
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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