Use this TSH dose calculator to determine your appropriate thyroid medication dosage based on your individual health parameters.
Explanation of TSH Dose Calculator
This TSH dose calculator helps to estimate the adjusted dose of Levothyroxine needed to achieve a target Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) level based on the current TSH level and Levothyroxine dose.
How to use the Calculator
- Enter the current dose of Levothyroxine in micrograms per day.
- Input the current TSH level in milli-international units per liter (mIU/L).
- Specify the target TSH level in mIU/L.
- Click the “Calculate” button to get the estimated adjusted dose.
How the Calculator Works
The calculator assumes a linear relationship between the dose of Levothyroxine and the TSH level. The formula used is:
New Dose = Current Dose * (Target TSH / Current TSH)
This equation estimates the dose adjustment needed based on the change required to reach the target TSH level from the current TSH level.
Limitations
This calculator is a simplistic tool that does not account for the complex endocrine system or individual patient variables such as weight, age, or absorption rates. It does not replace professional medical advice and should not be used to make clinical decisions without consulting a healthcare provider.