What is the connection between Synthroid and Zoloft?

Synthroid® and Zoloft® are used for different conditions, but are connected in different ways. Synthroid® is used to treat hypothyroidism or insufficient thyroid gland. Zoloft® treats conditions such as anxiety and depression and other conditions caused by chemical imbalances in the brain. Both conditions often occur together and sometimes in some individuals underestimate thyroid can lead to anxiety.

Many people take Synthroid® and Zoloft® for thyroid disorder and depression or anxiety. Both conditions can affect mood, energy level and hormones throughout the body. They are also strongly connected because hypothyroidism can eventually lead to symptoms of anxiety if they are not treated. In some cases, someone may be diagnosed with anxiety when they may actually suffer from thyroid disorder.

There are no known drug interactions between Synthroid® and Zoloft®. Synthroid® contains hormones that are usually present in the body, it is a substitute medicine. Zoloft® helps regulate naturally occurring chemicals inbrain. They can normally be used without side effects. This means that both medicines have side effects associated with their use and their use together can increase the likelihood of occurring. Zoloft® can also lead to suicidal thinking and behavior in some individuals. Synthroid® can cause fever, irritability, menstrual changes and appetite or weight changes. Both can cause headaches.

Synthroid® and Zoloft® Conditions are often treated with symptoms. Hypothyroidism and chemical imbalance in the brain can cause both irritability, appetite changes, depression, nervousness, anxiety, and fatigue. Some patients may have both at the same time, which may fold symptoms. Others can be diagnosed with one condition when they have the other. In these situations, one drug can generally be interrupted as soon as the source of symptoms is found.

Patients who believe they have either a thyroid disorderThe glands or anxiety or depression should consult with their doctors. Long -term problems may arise with untreated hypothyroidism, such as severe depression, infertility and weight gain. Anxiety disorders can cause serious emotional upset and may deteriorate unless treatment is sought.