Thyroid Medication With RogersHood Super ParaFy Kit
In our latest question and answer, the pharmacist discusses the potential interaction between thyroid medication and RogersHood Super ParaFy Kit.

Question
I am taking liothyronine 30 mg, which is a compounded medication. I'm also using Rogers Paracleanse. Is there anything I should or shouldn't be doing while trying to get rid of parasites.

Answered by Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
Medical Content Reviewed By HelloPharmacist
Staff
Last updated May 23, 2025
Answer
Thanks for your question!
Liothyronine 30 mg is a medication used to treat hypothyroidism. It’s a form of T3, the active thyroid hormone. Most commonly, hypothyroidism is treated with levothyroxine, which is T4, a prohormone that the body converts into T3 as needed.
Thyroid medications like liothyronine and levothyroxine require careful timing to ensure effective absorption and consistent effects. Here are some general recommendations for taking thyroid hormones:
- Take your thyroid hormone on an empty stomach with a full glass of water, ideally 30 to 60 minutes before breakfast.
- Be consistent with the timing of your dose each day.
- Separate it from other medications or supplements that can interfere with absorption, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, bile acid sequestrants, or high-fiber products.
Considerations with Rogers Paracleanse
While I’m not deeply familiar with Rogers Paracleanse, based on the label, it contains various herbal ingredients such as Black Walnut, Wormwood, Clove, Garlic, Hawthorn, raw honey, grain alcohol, and more.
Even though there isn’t published clinical data on interactions with thyroid hormones, a product like this is likely to impact how drugs are absorbed. Herbal cleanses often affect gastrointestinal motility and stomach pH, which can delay or reduce the absorption of many medications.
Several of the ingredients in the cleanse may also interact with thyroid hormone function or absorption indirectly. For that reason, I would expect a potentially meaningful interaction if both products were taken close together.
Recommendations
I recommend speaking with your doctor before starting Paracleanse. Since you’re on thyroid hormone therapy, your provider may want to monitor your thyroid levels more closely during the cleanse to ensure everything remains stable.
If you do choose to use Rogers Paracleanse while taking liothyronine, proceed with caution:
- Separate the timing of your thyroid medication and the cleanse by at least 3 to 4 hours.
- Continue to take your liothyronine as directed, with water, on an empty stomach, and away from all other supplements or medications.
If you begin experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism such as fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, or irregular heart rate be sure to contact your healthcare provider right away.
Final Thoughts
Liothyronine requires consistent, well-timed administration to work effectively. While Rogers Paracleanse may not cause a direct drug interaction, it can affect how well your body absorbs your thyroid medication. When in doubt, space them out and consult your provider before combining the two.
Thanks again for reaching out to HelloPharmacist!
References
- Cytomel Prescribing Information, AccessFDA
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Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD
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