T3 RAMP - for Thyroid Challenge
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Day   DOW*  Strength        Time        Temp               Time              Temp       

1__________7.5mcg _________/__________||__________/__________

2__________7.5mcg _________/__________||__________/__________

3__________15mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

4__________15mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

5__________22.5mcg ________/__________||__________/__________

6__________22.5mcg ________/__________||__________/__________

7__________30mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

8__________30mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

9__________37.5mcg ________/__________||__________/__________

10_________37.5mcg ________/__________||__________/__________

11_________30mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

12_________30mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

13_________30mcg __________/__________||__________/__________

14_________22.5mcg_________/__________||__________/__________

15_________22.5mcg_________/__________||__________/__________

16_________22.5mcg_________/__________||__________/__________

17_________15mcg___________/__________||__________/__________

18_________15mcg___________/__________||__________/__________

19_________15mcg___________/__________||__________/__________

20_________7.5mcg__________/__________||__________/__________

21_________7.5mcg__________/__________||__________/__________

22_________7.5mcg__________/__________||__________/__________

*DOW = Day of Week (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)

Storage:  Keep in the original container out of the reach of children.  Avoid excessive heat and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom.  Do not keep past the expiration date listed on the label.

What Is It?: This is a thyroid replacement hormone and is used to treat hypothyroidism (low thyroid.)  The commercial product is available in a tablet form (called Cytomel) and provides prompt relief.  Your prescription is compounded into a special powdered bas that is designed to slow the release of the drug after you swallow the capsule. 

How To Use: Slow Release T3 is commonly taken twice daily – every 12 hours, usually with food or milk.  It may take a few weeks to recognize the full action of T3.  However, some people react more quickly.  Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your pharmacist or doctor to explain any part you do not understand.  Do not take more or less without checking with your doctor.

Possible Side Effects: Weight loss, tremor, headache, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, excessive sweating, increased appetite, changes in menstrual cycle, sensitivity to heat.

Warning:  If you experience chest pain or rapid, irregular heartbeat or pulse, contact your doctor immediately.

Note: Take any missed doses as soon as you remember it and then continue with your regular dosing schedule.  If it is almost time for the next dose do NOT take a double dose to make up.