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The Checkup by Singlecare - Untitled Article

The Checkup by Singlecare

Examples of statins that can interact with Paxlovid include: Zocor ( simvastatin ) Lipitor ( atorvastatin ) Mevacor ( lovastatin ) Crestor ( rosuvastatin ) Simvastatin and lovastatin should not be taken at least 12 hours before the first Paxlovid dose, throughout treatment, and five days after completing Paxlovid.

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How Balancing Iron Levels Can Help Your Thyroid

The Thyroid Pharmacist

And as we’ve seen, even with supplementation, you need to address your root causes to prevent iron supply and demand challenges. Heavy periods may also be a sign that your thyroid hormone dosage may need to be adjusted, as being hypothyroid can also cause a heavy flow. Too much iron/ferritin can be a problem.

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How Do Adaptogenic Herbs Benefit Hashimoto’s?

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Nikolai Lazarev defined adaptogens as “an agent that raises the body’s ability to resist stress by countering undesired stressors, whether physical, chemical, emotional, or biological.” Please consider the following and be sure to read the precautions on individual labels before you try a new herb, supplement, or blend. (In