Avoid Mishaps if Thyroid Meds Are Switched

November 2025

You’ll hear buzz about changes to desiccated thyroid extract (DTE).

FDA is concerned that animal-derived DTE products (Armour Thyroid, etc) are not reviewed for safety, purity, and potency...which may lead to quality and dosing issues, such as inconsistent blood levels.

But widespread adverse effects aren’t reported, and more safety studies are needed...which are in the works per FDA.

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