Unithroid
(20F) Looking for some advice. I'm relatively new to being diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I was officially diagnosed last June and to say the least, it has been a rollercoaster.
For some background, my original TSH was 6 when I was diagnosed. I was heavily symptomatic and my doctor suggested medication (my mother has Hashimotos). I was started on 50 mcg of generic Levothyroxine. I felt better at first, but in October my 3 month labs showed I was overmedicated at 0.04 TSH. My antibodies for Hashi also began to rise around this time.
My doctor then bumped me down to 25 mcg levothyroxine and my hypo symptoms returned. My TSH tested at 9 in January after being on meds for 3+ months. My GP then decided to switch me to name brand Synthroid and try alternating doses of 25 mcg (tues,thurs,sat,sun) and 50 mcg (mon, wed, fri). I felt better overall on Synthroid but still have persistent brain fog, joint pain, etc. Nothing compared to original diagnosis.
I recently had labs done and my TSH came back at 2.89. I am technically in "normal" range but do not feel optimal. My doctor wants me to see an endocrinologist but offered to switch the brand of levo to name brand Unithroid. I have not seen much on this subreddit about Unithroid and wanted to hear experiences.
I appreciate any advice that you can give. Unfortunately my mom had a much easier time with her diagnosis and treatment plan, so she doesn't have as much insight on how I've been feeling. I'm a college student so life is already stressful enough. Thank you :)