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* Store these medicines in a dry place at room temperature and avoid bathrooms and other humid, hot environments because these speed up deterioration of levothyroxine sodium.
* Read drug labels carefully and follow directions. Taking thyroid medications inconsistently can interfere with treatment. They should be taken at about the same time every day.
* Keep your doctor informed about all prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including dietary supplements. For example, antacids and vitamins can interfere with the absorption of levothyroxine. Levothyroxine can also increase the effects of blood thinners.
* Keep your doctor informed of how you are feeling and any side effects you may be experiencing.
