I believe it depends upon where you are in the process of things. (That said, please double check this information with your doctor.) While hyperthyroid, I had an immensely bad reaction to novocaine, which contains epinephrine, or some similar component which is an “upper.” Well, you can imagine what taking an “upper” while already hyperthyroid would do to you. The dentist thought he was going to have to call 911! Terrifying.
As for antihistimines, I have not heard this – but, again, don’t listen to me — ask your doctor. There are, however, many cold preparations which we are advised not to take while hyperthyroid, and, in addition, these cold medications also contain wording that you should not take them when you have “thyroid disease.” These particular cold medications do not contain antihistimines necessarily, but also contain some type of “upper,”like the novocaine. I have been told by my doctors that I can take them…now.
Check with your doctor — or if your doctor is unavailable, check with your pharmacist, about whether you can safely take a medication due to your present condition.;
Bobbi — NGDF Online Facilitator
