Benefits

• Correction of hypothyroid symptoms
• Improved energy levels
• Regulation of metabolism
• Enhanced mental function
• Maintenance of body temperature
• Support for cardiovascular health
• Improvement in skin and hair health

Side-effects

• Nervousness
• Irritability
• Tiredness
• Muscle weakness
• Heat intolerance
• Trouble sleeping
• Shaky hands
• Fast heartbeat
• Diarrhea
• Weight loss
• Mood swings
• Chest pain
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat or pulse
• Symptoms of overdose: headache, irritability, nervousness, sweating, increased bowel motility, menstrual irregularities

Black Box Warning: Thyroid hormone should not be used to treat obesity in patients with normal thyroid function. Liothyronine is ineffective for weight reduction in normal thyroid patients and may cause serious or life-threatening toxicity, especially when taken with amphetamines. Talk to your doctor about the potential risks associated with this medication.