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Are generic thyroid hormone products interchangeable with brand name products?

April 26, 2017brand generic Hormone products Thyroid

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Are generic thyroid hormone products interchangeable with brand name products?

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While generic thyroid hormone products may be acceptable in the treatment of mild hypothyroidism, we prefer the branded products for most patients with thyroid cancer. Consistent use of a single brand minimizes variability between products and yields the most consistent thyroid hormone replacement and TSH suppression which are a critical part of the treatment of thyroid cancer.