Question:
Help, I have a cold and a thyroid disorder..........

What can I take. The pharmicist told me prior to my WLS to take coricidin HP because it's safe for people with a thyroid problem, however, I know that post WLS I cannot take it. I'm 6 weeks post op and I am miserable with a sinus headache and cold and I don't know what I can take..Please help.    — Nikki D. (posted on August 4, 2003)

August 4, 2003
Not sure about safety, but I would think it reasonable to take zinc lozenges. I'm not crazy about them, but I have friends who swear by them. They look like regular little tablets that you suck on to help with sore throats - and I overheard my PCP asking the pharmacist for some kind of zinc but I think she wanted some kind of liquid form?? You can crush Tylenol of course.
   — bethybb

August 4, 2003
I'd get some suggestions from the pharmacist and make an appointment to see your doctor. I'm sure there is something they can prescribe to get you over this period. I have hypothyroid and it hasn't dawned on me what to take when cold season comes around. This was a good question and one that is making me think ahead of time. Hope you feel better soon. In the meantime: up the vitamin C, zinc, and echineacia (sp) if you can take that.
   — Starrlina