Methimazole Questions

Does methimazole cause hair loss?

Hyperthyroidisim and methimazole induced hair loss, feeling very fustrated, any support will help?

I have been dealing with hyperthyroidism for 2 years now. I am feel very frustrated... with this illness. I am so afraid to take methimazole due to experiencing major hair loss. But I feel that now that I have been off the medication the hair loss worsen. I am so scare to go completely bald. I told... read more

I have read where it states not to receive a "live" vaccine while taking methimazole. does this mean

... a flu shot?

How long can I stay on Methimazole?

I was very ill for a month prior to being diagnosed with Graves disease in Dec 2012. I have been on 30 mg methimazole and 50 mg 2x Metoprolol for 3 months. I feel great. Endocrinologist says I need to have thyroid surgery to completely remove my thyroid. Why can't I just keep taking the... read more

Does anyone have any issues with thier TSH levels going low & then high & low & then high again?

Back in 2010 I was diagnosed with Graves Disease. I started taking methimazole and my TSH levels went to normal. Then I decided to see a homopathic Dr. and she put me on Thyroid II natural medicine. My TSH levels conitinued to go down as I was taking less and less of the methimazole. Then in Nov.... read more

Will methimazole help with weight loss & loss of hair?

Over-active thyroid however I've had weight gain & of course hair loss... will methimazole be of benefit?

So my thyroid is finally in remission. It took 7 months of being on methimazole was nasty side?

... effects. I was taking 5mg's a day. (I know not a lot... but I'm really small) How long will it take for the side effects to go away?-Or how long should it take to have the medicine out of my system?

How long does it take for Methimazole to work?

I very recently started taking Methimazole. I am wondering how long will it take the medication to get into my system and possibly take effect on symptoms such as restlessness, fatigue and apnea?

Hyperthyroidism - Can methimazole cause high blood pressure?

I am 31 years old recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism; suggesting Grave's Disease. My primary put me on methimazole 5mg and recently had me do lab work because I am so symptomatic. My heart rate is elevated (resting 98-125bpm), my blood pressure is high been running 140/106 my normal is... read more

I have been taking Methimazole for Hyperthyroidism, THC positive test after 66days clean. Related?

I have been off of THC for 66 days but am stilling testing positive on a urine test. Could the Methimazole be causing my cells to retain THC?

Methimazole - Are there certain vitamins I should avoid while taking this medication?

I currently take a mulit vitamin, vitamin c, d, flaxeed oil, fish oil and glucosamine.