How to reduce my thyroid medication

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I'm having hypothyroid. I am taking medicines from last 5-6 years . I started with 25 mg dose. after taking medicines for few years TSH was increasing constantly.Currently I am taking a dose of 100 mg. How I can reduce my dose to a point where I do not have to take thyroid medicine anymore.

Dr. Arun Desai · Accepted Answer

Hello Mau

NO NEED TO WORRY

Kindly Answer Few Questions ?

Ur Present Dosage - Thyroxine 100 mcg Updated ? Present TSH ? Anti TPO Antibody Test Done ? Associated Symptoms Digestive? Metabolic ? Heridity? Any Altered Blood Parameters ?

• "THERE IS WONDERFUL MIRACULOUS AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OPTION AVAILABLE TO REVERSE MANAGE & SOME CASES CURE HYPOTHYROIDISM IN EARLY STAGES "

• "GOOD THING TO KNOW THYROXINE DOSAGE ALSO CAN BE REDUCED TO MINIMUM DOSAGES OR REDUCE COMPLETELY WITH PROPER MANAGEMENT "

FOR YOUR HYPOTHYROIDISM MANAGEMENT

• FACT TO UNDERSTAND

"FOR THYROID ONLY MEDICINE IS NOT ENOUGH "

I have Seen BEST PROMISING RESULTS IN MY CLINICAL PRACTICE by Combining Following Holistic Approach

" Ayurvedic Medicine+ Thyroid and Metabolic Diet + Yoga + Exercise+ Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management+ Ayurvedic Panchakarma+ Thyroxine ( If Required) "

•  100 % WORKING AYURVEDIC MEDICINES U MUST TRY

* Tab.Gyatrin ( Arya Aushadhi ) 1 -0- 1 After Food 
* Tab.Aarogyavardhini Ras (Baidyanath ) 1 -0-1 After Food 
* Varanadi Kashaym + Hamsapadi Kashaym  (Kottakal ) 15 ml + 15 ml  twice a Day After Food

PANCHAKARMA

*  Panchakarma All 5 Procedures Detoxification in Extreme Cases Yearly Once depends on Prakriti ( Body Composition) & Vikruti ( Pathology) Assesment.

• DIET  :-

* Breakfast 8 am - Oats Ragi Rava Items 
* Lunch 11 am - Multigrain Roti + Seasonal Sabji + Moong  Dal + Brown Rice + Butter Milk + Salads +  Leafy Vegetables 
* Intermittent Fasting - 8 to 10 Hours 
* Dinner 8 pm -  Same as Lunch But Half in Quantity

*  TO TAKE :-  Prefer Alkaline Cooked Steamed Light for Digestion All Green leafy vegetables Salads Sprouts Fruits Dry fruits fibers Plenty Of Water Fluids intake Luke Warm Water to Drink ,Milk , Fresh Butter Milk ,Cow Ghee Rest Good Sleep Lifestyle Physical Activities Dhyan Meditation Surya Namaskar

*  TO AVOID - Acidic Restrict Heavy for digestion Excessive Acidic Salty Sour Spicy Fried Oily Junk food Food Non veg Bakery Foods Wheat Maida Udad items Fermented Foods Excess Tea Coffee Stress Anxiety Sedentary Life Style

• YOGA - Anulom Vilom Ujjayu Bhasrika Bhramari Surya Namaskar Daily 10 Sitting Each

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• ANTISTRESS REGIME 
Dhyan Meditation etc

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Dr. M.Sushma · Answer

By following Proper diet with some asanas
And acupressure points with ayurvedic treatment , you can gradually decrease the dose of thyroxine

Dr. Shaniba P · Answer

By continuing your allopathic medication
Use Kanchanara guggulu 2-0-2 before food
Do suryanamaskara everyday.

Dr. Prasad Pentakota · Answer

You have to take thyroid medicines , you should not stop it .
You can start 
Kanchnar gugglu two times a day after meals 
Gradually reduce thyroid medicines

Dr. Nisha Bisht · Answer

Hey dear, thyroid is a metabolic disorder, Ayurveda works on throid gland,naturally producing thyroxine. Lyfstyle change, diet change, and internal medicine will together work.
1. Kacchanar guggul-2-0-2 
2. Arogyavrdhini vati 2-0-2
3. Triphala churna 1tsp at night with warm water.
4.dashmool kwath 15ml in water. Twice a day.
Avoid eating -
Raw cruciferous vegetables (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower)
Eat- light food, spicy ,oily,stale food.curd.

Gluten & dairy

Refined sugar, processed soy, and heavy/stale food

Yogasanas -
Matsyasanz

Bhramari & Ujjayi Pranayama

Surya Namaska r

Dr. Prasad Pentakota · Answer

Namaste. Thank you for sharing your concern. Hypothyroidism is increasingly common, and while allopathic medicines help manage TSH levels, Ayurveda offers a root-cause approach to support your thyroid function naturally.

In Ayurveda, hypothyroidism is often understood as a Kapha-Vata imbalance affecting Agni (digestive fire) and Rasa-Rakta Dhatus, leading to sluggish metabolism and hormonal irregularities.
Diet -warm, light, and easily digestible foods.
Avoid cold, heavy, processed foods and dairy, soy, refined sugar, and gluten if sensitivity is suspected.
Include iodine-rich natural foods like seaweed (if suitable), rock salt (sendha namak), and drumstick leaves.
Use spices like turmeric, ginger, cumin,
 and black pepper to stimulate metabolism.
Wake up early and establish a Dinacharya (daily routine).
Practice mild exercise or yoga daily to stimulate circulation and thyroid function (e.g., Surya Namaskar, Matsyasana, Sarvangasana).
	Manage stress with pranayama and meditation, as chronic stress worsens thyroid function.
Kanchanar guggulu-
Ashwagandha capsule-
1 tab twice daily after food with warm water

Dr. Ayush Varma · Answer

When looking to reduce your thyroid medication, especially after being on it for years, a gradual and cautious approach is best. Ayurveda can support this process, but it’s essential to continue working closely with your healthcare provider to monitor your thyroid levels consistently. In Ayurveda, we focus on balancing the doshas and strengthening the Agni, or the digestive fire, to support overall thyroid health. Let's dive in to some practical suggestions:

Firstly, diet: emphasize on foods that are wholesome and easy to digest. Freshly prepared meals, rich in seasonal vegetables, fruits, and whole grains are beneficial. Avoid processed and junk food which can disrupt your doshas and impact agni. Favor iodized salt, which is important for thyroid hormone production. Certain foods like cabbage, broccoli should be consumed in moderation as they might interfere with iodine absorption. However, they can be consumed cooked as this reduces potential negative effects on thyroid.

Herbs like Ashwagandha and Guggul have traditionally been used in Ayurveda to balance thyroid function. You might try incorporating them into your routine after consulting an Ayurvedic practitioner. These herbs help in balancing Kapha dosha and also enhance metabolic processes.

Yoga and Pranayama (breathing exercises) also play a key role, poses such as Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand), Matsyasana (Fish Pose) can help stimulate thyroid gland. Pranayama practices like Nadi Shodhan (alternate nostril breathing) and Ujjayi (victorious breath) might benefit in balancing energies and reducing stress, an important factor in thyroid health.

Lifestyle changes like maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing stress, and practicing mindfulness can improve your overall well-being. Stress has a very direct effect on thyroid gland, so any measures to reduce stress can positively influence your thyroid.

Keep in mind, while you can definitely use Ayurvedic approaches to support thyroid balance, it is of utmost importance to work with your physician and adjust your medication only under their guidance and after thorough testing of your thyroid levels. Patience is key, and balance is the aim, transitioning off medication may take time!

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