Low Dose Naltrexone and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid gland.
Over time this can lead to hypothyroidism.
Symptoms may include:
The standard treatment for hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto’s commonly involves thyroid hormone replacement.
What about LDN?
LDN is sometimes proposed as an adjunct because of its potential immunomodulatory effects.
However, evidence supporting LDN specifically for Hashimoto’s remains limited
LDN does not replace required thyroid hormone replacement.
Anyone with Hashimoto’s should continue their usual medical monitoring and should not discontinue prescribed thyroid medication unless advised by the clinician responsible for their care.