ThyroCalm
60
Veggie Capsules
|
Available only from a physician. To be used only under the supervision of a physician.
(Your physician can order some for you at 800-420-5801).
| ThyroCalm is a unique formula aimed at calming an
overactive thyroid gland, or hyperthyroidism. The most common form of hyperthyroidism
is Graves' disease. Graves' disease is an autoimmune condition wherein the body
makes antibodies against receptors that are normally responsible for stimulating
the thyroid gland to produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormone. The antibodies
stimulate the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone which can cause palpitations,
rapid heart rate, sweating, jitteriness, chest pain, trouble breathing, anxiety,
fever, and other complaints. The top priority in the management of hyperthyroidism
is to manage any cardiac complaints the patient may be having. In particular,
the physician should bring the blood pressure and heart rate within normal limits.
Hyperthyroidism should be managed under the supervision of a doctor. Patients
with cardiovascular symptoms may benefit from CardiaCare,
HTN 180, or both. The second priority in the management
of hyperthyroidism, once any cardiovascular symptoms are under control, is working
toward curing the hyperthyroidism. Many patients are able to control their hyperthyroidism
with ThyroCalm, or ThyroCalm plus Adaptogen. Some
are even able to have their hyperthyroidism corrected completely without needing
surgery or radiation. Side Effects
of ThyroCalm None known. Uses
of ThyroCalm ThyroCalm often
reduces thyroid hormone levels, allowing the TSH level to come up over time as
described in the tables below. However, it should be remembered that sometimes
the TSH level may get a little worse before it gets better. This is one reason
it is helpful to work with a physician that can help you decide when to hang in
there and when to try something else.
| Mild
Hyperthyroidism
TSH approximately .2 mIU/L
Reference
values (.35-5.50 mIU/L) | |
Starting
Dosage |
ThyroCalm
1 capsule each day
Adaptogen 1 capsule BID |
Comments: - TSH should increase within 2-3 months.
- If
TSH does not improve in 2-3 months, dose should be increased to 1 capsule ThyroCalm
BID. TSH should be rechecked in 3 months.
- Some patients might need as
long as one year to completely restore normal thyroid function. However, the majority
will recover more quickly.
|
| Moderate
Hyperthyroidism
TSH approximately .02 mIU/L
Reference values (.35-5.50 mIU/L) |
|
Starting
Dosage | | ThyroCalm 1
capsule BID
Adaptogen 1 capsule BID | | Comments:
- TSH should gradually increase within 2-3 months. If TSH is not better in 3 months, dose can be increased to one capsule TID. TSH should be rechecked every 3 months.
- Some patients might need as long as one year to completely restore normal thyroid function. However, the majority will recover more quickly.
|
| Severe Hyperthyroidism
TSH approximately .01 mU/L or lower
Reference values (.35-5.50 mIU/L) |
|
Starting
Dosage | | ThyroCalm 1 capsule TID
Adaptogen 1 capsule TID | | Comments:
- When TSH is extremely suppressed (<.01 mIU/L) it is better to track free T3 and free T4 levels because these might be the only lab values that change for the first 6 months, before TSH values start to change. Some patients might need as long as two years to completely restore normal thyroid function.
- Free T3 and free T4 levels usually start to decrease within four months.
-
Most patients in this category will need cardiac support such as CardiaCare, CardiaCare Plus and/or HTN 180.
| General
Description
Brackets, [ ] indicate
the names of researchers This formula is designed to
quell the overactive thyroid and to provide support for the beleaguered adrenal
glands, which always suffer when thyroid function is altered. Bugleweed (Lycopus
virginicus) has been the subject of modern research which appears to confirm its
long history of folk use in treating thyroid conditions, as it has been shown
to reduce thyroid hormone levels in an animal model [Duke]. It is widely combined
in Europe with Lemon Balm (Mellisa officinalis), which has experimentally demonstrated
the ability to decrease circulating and pituitary TSH levels in injectable form
[Duke]. Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is added to protect and
support the adrenals. Several studies have confirmed the ability of Lithospermum
to decrease both TSH and thyroid hormone levels.
Ingredients:
Bugleweed (Lycopus virginicus)
Lemon Balm (Mellisa officinalis)
Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
Lithospermum canadense References:
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*The
FDA requires us to say: "The statements above have not been evaluated by
the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease." |
