Armour Thyroid is a medication prescribed to treat hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones. Because thyroid hormones control the body's use of energy, low thyroid hormone levels can result in fatigue, depression, cold intolerance, weight gain and other symptoms. As a result, patients with insufficient hormone production must take synthetic thyroid hormones to maintain normal energy functions of the body. While beneficial for some patients, Armour Thyroid medication as associated side effects for some individuals.
Nervousness
Armour Thyroid medication may cause nervousness or jittery feelings in some patients, reports Drugs.com. This side effect occurs because the ingredients in Armour Thyroid accelerate brain functions that are related to anxiety and nervousness. This may cause a patient to experience rapid heartbeats, tremors and anxiety in certain situations. A patient should report these symptoms to a physician to receive treatment. The doctor may change the medication dosage or prescribe a different medication that is not associated with nervousness as a side effect.
Fever
Patients taking Armour Thyroid may experience fever, according to Drugs.com. This occurs because the thyroid medication speeds up the body's chemical reactions, similar to natural thyroid hormones, which causes the body to produce excessive heat. Fever typically occurs when excessive amounts of Armour Thyroid are consumed or taken rapidly. Armour Thyroid may also affect brain functions that control body temperature. Fever should be reported to a physician so that medical treatment can be administered.
Diarrhea
Rapid changes in doses or too much medication may cause diarrhea in some patients. This side effect occurs because the ingredients in Armour Thyroid can affect chemical functions in the gastrointestinal tract, speeding up the process, according to Drugs.com. In this case, medication dosage adjustment will likely cure this symptom. A doctor may also prescribe a different medication if a medication adjustment is ineffective.
