Sabrina
Hi Vicki, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism about 2 yrs ago and have since lost about 10 lbs. I am on levothyroxine 0.88. I first started out at 0.05 It is possible to gain weight with an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) as the metabolism slows down. then after going on a thyroid hormone (levo) you can lose weight. I should mention that I have also been working out and watching my diet. Two months ago I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, even though I have had it for over 2 yrs. I was put on "amitriptyline" which I understand one of the side effects is weight gain. I am so frustrated as I have been trying to lose weight and having hypothyroidism does not help and to top it all of being placed on med that causes weight gain !!! Does anyone know of any other med that can replace my "amitriptyline" and provide all the beneficial effects at the same time (pain relief, sleep, anti-depressant) ?