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I am male, 29 age, 5'10" height, 70 kg. I have hypothyroidism and had goiter. I take eltroxin 50 mcg. Can I take ashwagandha?
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Yes of course you can take ashwagandha ok.
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Hello, Thanks for the query. Yes you can take Ashwagandha (ASW) along with current treatment for hypothyroidism. However, it is better to check TSH and T4 levels after 4 to 6 weeks as ASW does reduce TSH and may increase T4 levels. Thanks.
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