Factors influencing the levothyroxine dose in the hormone replacement therapy of primary hypothyroid...
Factors influencing the levothyroxine dose in the hormone replacement therapy of primary hypothyroidism in adults
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New York: Springer US
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English
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New York: Springer US
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Levothyroxine (LT4) is a safe, effective means of hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism. Here, we review the pharmaceutical, pathophysiological and behavioural factors influencing the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of LT4. Any factor that alters the state of the epithelium in the stomach or small intestine will reduce a...
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Factors influencing the levothyroxine dose in the hormone replacement therapy of primary hypothyroidism in adults
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TN_cdi_pubmedcentral_primary_oai_pubmedcentral_nih_gov_8528480
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_pubmedcentral_primary_oai_pubmedcentral_nih_gov_8528480
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1389-9155
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1573-2606
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10.1007/s11154-021-09691-9
