Levothyroxine-induced liver injury followed by complete recovery upon cessation of the drug: a case report

ConclusionLevothyroxine-induced liver injury is a rare, and in the present case report, a self-limiting, adverse effect. The diagnosis of our patient was confirmed via noninvasive diagnostic methods. Knowledge of this rare adverse effect is important in the differential diagnosis of patients who have commenced on levothyroxine and have deranged liver enzymes in the context of hypothyroidism.

Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - October 17, 2019 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research