Methimazole for Hyperthyroidism User Reviews (Page 2)

• Toni...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2019

"I have been on this med for a month now. It has thinned out my hair and made me gain weight. I have never had a weight issue in my life. I have the pain in my muscles and tooth sensitivity. I feel tired all the time.I can't wait to get off this med."

• MB1
• December 3, 2019

"After 11 days on methimazole of a 40 dose I had side effects of fever and chills that shook my whole body. Dr claimed that was not caused by RX. Stayed off 1 day, doctor told me to start again. Have chills, back ache, sore throat, cant sleep, tried and feel like I am in a fog. With so many bad reviews throughout the net, I say 85 percent are negative. How are Dr still pushing this med"

• Nagaja
• September 8, 2015

"I'm taking methimazole for about 4 months and already experienced side effects. I have a very bad burning in my tongue and mouth. My teeth have become very sensitive and I have headaches every day. I told my doctor 2 times about this. He just runs the same tests on me and he finds nothing. I think is this medicine that's making all of this, but he just doesn't listen. I need help cause this side effects are killing me!!!!"

• Checkrs
• October 19, 2019

"I got diagnosed over a year ago with Graves. I was just slightly hyperactive and was put on 5 mg. I've been on and off this medicine over the past year and it absolutely kills my stomach! I have no gallbladder so maybe this medication affects me differently than everybody else. The pain is a burning in the upper gastric area including ribs. I don't care what doc says, it's half strength or nothing!"

• Anonymous
• September 3, 2016

"I was put on methimazole 10 mg late May. Within a month, I had gained 10 lbs, my finger and feet became swollen, pressure headaches that would not go away after taking Advil, it hurt just to walk, back pains, and I was soooooooo tired. I complained to my doctor and she lowered the dosage to 5 mg and then she took me off of it after my levels were ok. Then last week, I've had to go back on it again but I've noticed that my symptoms aren't that severe this time but I'm still continueing to gain weight. My doctor says I need to be on it and try to have my hyperthyroidism go into remission. I hate this drug! I've never felt this bad in my entire life but I have no choice but to be on it."

• Graves...
• March 23, 2013

"After being diagnosed with Grave's Disease, my doctor prescribed methimazole to bridge my symptoms until my procedure to "kill" my thyroid. I noticed I no longer had extreme stomach pains and the shaking improved considerably. However, after a month of being on the medication I broke out in itchy, uncontrollable hives. Benadryl didn't even get rid of them. Once I stopped taking methimazole they went away after about 48 hours but the itching was still prevalent. Now my stomach pains are back and the shaking is worse."

• D Huzz
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 25, 2021

"Have been hyperthyroid for years. Finally doing something about it. I have been taking 5 mg for 2 months with 0 side effects. Every morning at 6:30 am I have 4 crackers and a pill. Had bloodwork done at 6 weeks and my levels are normal, finally. Bloodwork in 3 months. Bottom line I wanted no part of this medicine after reading reviews, for me no problems at all. I am 69 yrs old."

• Micky
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 4, 2021

"Diagnosed with hyperthyroidism about 10 years ago. Have taken methemazole since with no side effects. Have blood work done monthly to check levels and adjust dosage if needed. My thyroid levels do vary somewhat occasionally, however, I've never taken more then 10 mg. per day. My endo has suggested RAI to me however the thought of actually getting rid one of my organs is scary to me and I have heard of some real horror stories associated with this. Any feedback on this would be helpful."

• CC Ca...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2016

"After 2 weeks of taking this medication I began an extreme itch all over my neck and body. This itch last about 3 week. Then severe back pain for 1 week. Weight gain. And extremely dry mouth and hair. Had To Discontinue use. This medication scared me."

• drugs...
• March 18, 2023

"It was a terrible experience for me. I developed thyroiditis following a severe cold, which in turn damaged my heart. I was subsequently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and was told that I had Graves' disease, Hashimoto's disease, two worrisome nodules, thyroiditis, and another condition. The medical professionals suggested various treatment options, including drinking an iodine cocktail, undergoing laser surgery on the nodules, possibly having my thyroid removed, and taking medication. Interestingly, they initially believed that my hyperthyroidism was caused by a long-standing iodine supplement that I had been taking. However, it turned out that the cause was actually virus-induced hyperthyroidism with four insignificant nodules. I was prescribed a 10mg dose of medication, but I experienced adverse reactions and promptly informed my doctor that I would be reducing the dosage. A few days later, I informed my doctor that I had stopped taking the medication altogether, as I was experiencing constant heart racing, elevated blood pressure, daily headaches, dizziness, weight gain, shortness of breath, and other symptoms. Prior to this, my heart rate had been too slow. As the patient, I believe that my doctor is working for me and should therefore focus on identifying the root cause of my condition."

• Katy
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 10, 2023

"I had a bad reaction to this medication. I was prescribed 10 mg once per day. After about 10 days I experienced insomnia and chills. My doctor advised me to stop taking the medication for a week and to decrease my dosage to 5 mg. After a week passed, I began to take 5mg and experienced discomfort and swelling on the left side of my neck and throat."

• pgarb
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 31, 2019

"I was diagnosed with Graves disease about 7 years ago. I had similar symptoms as others such as significant weight loss (15lb), sweating, hand trembling, panic, anxiety, very fast heart beating like 194 when I do cardio and 90 when I rest. I stayed on Methimazole for years in order to get a detectable TSH. I gained 25lb in the mean time. Once I had a detectable TSH I was allowed to go for an IVF. I had to use a low dose PTU during my pregnancy under a perinatologist control. After giving my birth to my daughter my thyroid started function normal again. It was like a magic! But magics are not real, right? My graves disease is back unfortunately after 3 years giving birth to my daughter. I am on daily 15mg Methimazole. I lost about 10 lb before I was diagnosed 2nd time and have been gaining weight already since I started the med. I think gaining weight is the worst part of it. I am considering to have an operation and get it out fully."

• Mary
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 9, 2021

"I have been on methimazole for 9 years and I also believe this is a life saving drug. I have had no side effects and my weight is very stable. I am on the thin side and always has been but that being said I also exercise and eat right. My dose ranges 2.5 to 5 mg depending on how often I forget to take my meds. I don't have palpitations anymore typically I notice it if my heart rate starts to creep up but the minute it hits my system I know its back working. The doctors told me eventually my thyroid would burn off but so far that hasn't happened. Has that happened to anyone on this string? Thanks"

• Acebo
• July 10, 2022

"I have been on Methimazole for nearly three weeks and have seen considerable improvement in how I feel. Before I could barely walk up the stairs and now I can go to the gym again. My blood work proved that this is working on my T3!and T4 already. I was a bit hesitant to take this at first, but glad I did. I have no side effects as of yet. For now on 30mg a day. Very grateful."

• Tasia
• January 17, 2021

"I have Graves’ disease I’m on and off this medication I really don't like it but have no choice but to take it because I want keep my thyroid long as I can because once u take it out all it will do is go to another organ there another problem then. I don't like side effects of this medication headache, nausea, constipation, dizziness, body aches tired all the time like you have no energy low white blood cells it’s sucks they need make a new medication it’s no winning with this disease and medicine"

• Spark...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 24, 2019

"My hands were trembling and leg muscles were weak, hair loss and 62 lbs lost. I was diagnosed with Graves. I started a low dose of Methimazole 5mg and kept doing labs and increasing 5 more mg at a time. I am now at 30mg dose which my doctor considers a high dose and thinks it’s time to radiate the thyroid as I’m not in remission. Side effects were itching, slight nausea joints aching ALL over instead of usual arthritic hands. Immediate and continuous weight gain every time I increase the dose. Feeling kind of lazy and sleepy. My labs are all normal but I’m getting a goiter like thing in my neck. But it’s been 2 years so I will take the radioactive meds and switch to thyroid hormones. Would be interested in knowing how the radioactive swallow works out for others. Did side effects cease? They say there are no side effects after the radiation, whereas with the Methimazole, you can have liver and kidney damage over too long a period."

• JrsMom
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2020

"This is now my second attempt at taking methimazole as I thought I was in remission - but wasn't. I am currently on 5mg. The stomach pain is terrible and so sporadic. I am hoarse in the voice and can't jog anymore due to being out of breath. I am tall and lean and not overweight. I have begun to put weight back since starting the medicine 6 weeks ago. I am getting weird, red bumps on my skin. I am coming off of this medicine and looking into other options. I cannot do the stomach pain anymore."

• DKMA
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 28, 2016

"1) The first 4-5 days were rough - very nausea, but then it cleared up. 2) I take it in the evening shortly after I get home from work, by itself - no other medication for at least two hours, this was done on the recommendation of the pharmacist. Always with food. 3) Getting blood work done on a require basis to make sure nothing else is going on with in the blood stream. 4) Exercising and eating small balanced meals, drink plenty of water. 5) Swelling or itching have not been an issue so far. 6) My heart rate is down and I am more energetic."

• Mikeo...
• January 6, 2020

"Diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in August of 2019. First med was 10mg methimazole daily. Then 2 months later upped to 15 daily. Most all symptoms subsided. 5 months later some have started to return. Grumble heart. Sweats, cold clammy hands and erratic heart beat. However it's better than what it was 5 months ago. Have some side effects of mild headache, joint aches fatigue and tiredness. Trying to make appointment back at the endo. I wish it would all stop and go away. Strongly considering RAI or surgery. Just tired of waiting to feel normal"

• Tano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 11, 2021

"After waking up each morning with my right eye swollen I went to othamathologist and placed on an prescription eye drop. My condition became worse. I was diagnosed with hyperhroidism in September 2020 and had a ultra sound on my thyroid and thank God no nodules. I was placed on Methimazole 10 mg. It seems like my symptoms have gotten worse and my thyroid has became slightly bigger. I have night sweats, chronic itchy hives, swollen face, lips, pain in joints, blurred vision and brittle hair. I was beautiful women however this condition has extremely altered my appearance. I have a upcoming appointment with an endrocologist in hopes I can be helped."

• Jeanne
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 23, 2023

"I take 10 mg Methimazole for my hyperthyroidism. I have experienced hair loss, dizziness, depression, spinning sensation, weight gain, and frequent bowel movements. The medicine has eliminated my heart palpitations that I experienced before taking the med. The hyperthyroidism affected my liver and after taking the medicine my liver reading is back to normal. The pros outweigh the cons."

• Zeen
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 4, 2021

"No side effects of methamazole. Did not gain weight just brings you back to the weight you should be naturally. On low dosage 2.5 mg daily and immediately brought me back to normal. When I go off drug my hyperthyroidism comes back though 6 months later. So I prob need to stay on it"

• Chels...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 31, 2016

"Horrible diarrhea, headache, nausea, gastrointestinal upset, mental fogginess, weakness, flu-like symptoms, and the worst abnormal hair loss. I stopped taking this drug 2 weeks ago and want to know when these side affects will go away."

• ORLD
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2018

"I took Methimazole for less than a week. Almost immediately I had itchy all over my body including scalp and pain on the right side of my teeth upper & lowers all hurt --worse than the only toothache I ever had in my life. The pain was unbareable. I was told to take Benedryl and go to the dentist. I knew I couldn't have 10 toothaches! I figured it was Methimazole. Benedryl did very little for the itch. Then a rash broke out and I was told to stop it and try the other drug. I was off it for 1 1/2 days and my teeth quit hurting. Hmmm. The pharmacist told me I could take the Methimazole and my blood pressure medicine at the same time. I wonder if that is why all this happened? Maybe you can't take it all at once? Plus I was on 40 mg of Methimazole. Maybe it was too high of dose. I just wish there were more proper instructions on how and when and with what --- to take this drug!"

• Katz
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 9, 2021

"I had graves disease 25 years ago & now again. This time heart palpations, shaking, hot all the time, lost 18 lbs in one month, sleepless nights. Started on 5mg methimazole once a day. Immediately I started feeling better. I had hair loss & weight gain, depression, fatigue & muscle pain. I have been on it for just over 1 year. For the past 4 months my T3 & T4 have been normal, however my TSH has dropped 0.05. When I was taking 2.5 mg my TSH was 0.30. I have now developed eczema type rash on 1 elbow, 1 knee & on my toe. I think it is too much methimazole, but dr feels different. I am supposed to be taking 5mg, however I am only taking 2.5 mg & have noticed my skin getting better. I am also a smoker & I have found out that smoking can cause grave's disease. 25 years ago I was on methimazole for 8 months & quit smoking, graves went into remission. Trying to quit again. Good luck to all with this disease."