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Equivalent doses of LT4, LT4 + LT3 and DTE given to study subjects
| Capsules | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT4 (mcg) | 88 | 100 | 112 | 125 | 137 | 150 | 175 | 200 | 250 |
| LT4 + LT3 (mcg) | 63/7.5 | 75/7.5 | 82/7.5 | 88/10 | 100/10 | 112/10 | 125/12 | 150/15 | 175/20 |
| DTE (mg) | 60 | 67.5 | 75 | 82.5 | 90 | 105 | 120 | 135 | 165 |
The contents of each one of the 9 capsules are shown; capsules were prepared by the research pharmacy.
Abbreviations: DTE, desiccated thyroid extract; LT3, liothyronine; LT4, levothyroxine.
