Question 72 · LEK · Hypothyroidism
A patient with hypothyroidism should be instructed to take levothyroxine:
- A. on empty stomach, 30-60 minutes before breakfast.
- B. on empty stomach, directly before breakfast.
- C. during breakfast.
- D. half an hour after breakfast.
- E. two hours after breakfast.
Hint
Levothyroxine absorption is impaired by food, coffee and many drugs.
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