A Study Evaluating Efficacy and Safety of Armour Thyroid Treatment Compared to Synthetic T4 in Patients with Primary Hypothyroidism
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to evaluate if Armour Thyroid is safe and effective in the treatment of hypothyroidism.
You will participate in this study for up to 90 weeks. The study will be conducted in 3 treatment periods plus a Screening and Follow-up period: • Screening period (up to 28 days)– the dose of Armour Thyroid will be adjusted as needed to ensure your Hypothyroidism is well controlled • Follow-up period (approximately 35 days following the last dose of study drug)
Could this study be right for you?
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Were diagnosed with hypothyroidism at least 12 months ago
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Have been on a stable dose of T4 (like levothyroxine or Synthroid) for at least 3 months
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Have a recent TSH level between 0.45–4.12 mIU/L
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Are between BMI 18 and 40
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Are not pregnant or breastfeeding and use birth control if needed
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Are not allergic to thyroid meds or pork products
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Have no recent drug/alcohol abuse or severe liver/kidney disease
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Are not in another clinical trial
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Take no more than 200 mcg of T4 daily