Is Levothyroxine as Good as Synthroid?

Generic levothyroxine may differ slightly from Synthroid in terms of how well it's absorbed. That's why it's preferable to stick with either one if possible. Both the American Thyroid Association and the Endocrine Society recommend that patients remain on Synthroid if that's what was initially prescribed.

Is there any difference between Synthroid and levothyroxine?

Synthroid is brand name levothyroxine sodium; other brand name versions of levothyroxine include Levothroid, Unithroid, Tirosint, and Levoxyl. It contains the same active ingredients and is used for the same purposes, namely to treat hypothyroidism or low thyroid hormone levels.

Can you substitute levothyroxine for Synthroid?

That's because some generics come in the same shape and colors as Synthroid. The Food and Drug Administration has determined that certain levothyroxine products are interchangeable and can be substituted at the pharmacy.