Side affects of Synthroid, Crestor and Nexium, the top prescribed drugs in Canada.

Synthroid – is a synthetic compound identical to T4 (levothyroxine) produced by the human thyroid gland used to treat hypothyroidism.

• fever
• hot flashes
• sensitivity to heat
• sweating
• headache
• nervousness
• irritability
• nausea
• sleep problems
• changes in appetite or changes in weight
• changes in menstrual periods
• temporary hair loss

Crestor – a prescription cholesterol medicine that helps lower LDL cholesterol.

• headache
• depression
• muscle aches or pains
• joint pain
• sleep problems
• constipation
• nausea
• stomach pain
• indigestion
• diarrhea

Nexium – used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux and ulcers).

• diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach pain
• gas
• constipation
• headaches
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• rash
• dizziness
• nervousness