Euthyrox and Hiatal hernia - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Hiatal hernia is reported as a side effect among people who take Euthyrox (levothyroxine sodium), especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for 6 - 12 months also take Irbesartan, and have High blood pressure.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Hiatal hernia when taking Euthyrox. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 8,613 people who have side effects when taking Euthyrox from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Euthyrox?

Euthyrox has active ingredients of levothyroxine sodium. It is often used in hypothyroidism. eHealthMe is studying from 8,740 Euthyrox users. Check the latest studies of Euthyrox.

What is Hiatal hernia?

Hiatal hernia (hernia resulting from the protrusion of part of the stomach through the diaphragm) is found to be associated with 1,305 drugs and 1,564 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Hiatal hernia.

On Jul, 06, 2026

8,613 people reported to have side effects when taking Euthyrox.
Among them, 16 people (0.19%) have Hiatal hernia.

Among these 16 people:

How long have people been on Euthyrox when they have Hiatal hernia? *

What is the gender of people who have Hiatal hernia when taking Euthyrox? *

female: 75 %
male: 25 %

What is the age of people who have Hiatal hernia when taking Euthyrox? *

What are other drugs people take besides Euthyrox? *

Irbesartan: 5 people, 31.25%
Diovan: 4 people, 25.00%
Nitrolingual: 4 people, 25.00%
Exforge: 4 people, 25.00%
Levothyroxine Sodium: 4 people, 25.00%
Glucophage: 3 people, 18.75%
Pantoprazole: 3 people, 18.75%
Esomeprazole Magnesium: 3 people, 18.75%
Zocor: 2 people, 12.50%
Nebivolol Hydrochloride: 2 people, 12.50%

What are other side effects people have besides Hiatal hernia? *

Diverticulum Intestinal (a pouch that is attached to the first part of the small intestine): 10 people, 62.50%
Indigestion: 9 people, 56.25%
High Blood Pressure: 8 people, 50.00%
Fatigue (feeling of tiredness): 6 people, 37.50%
Hypoacusis (loss of hearing): 6 people, 37.50%
Abdominal Pain Upper: 6 people, 37.50%
Heart Palpitations (feelings or sensations that your heart is pounding or racing): 5 people, 31.25%
Hair Loss: 5 people, 31.25%
Dizziness: 5 people, 31.25%
Weight Increased: 5 people, 31.25%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

High Blood Pressure: 10 people, 62.50%
Indigestion: 3 people, 18.75%
Thyroiditis (inflammation of thyroid gland): 1 person, 6.25%
Parkinson's Disease: 1 person, 6.25%
Eye Disorder: 1 person, 6.25%
Dry Eyes (lack of adequate tears): 1 person, 6.25%
Depression: 1 person, 6.25%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

Do you take Euthyrox and have Hiatal hernia?

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on levothyroxine sodium (the active ingredients of Euthyrox) and Euthyrox (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

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