Liothyronine and Propranolol interaction

Liothyronine and Propranolol: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.

Major

Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.

What the FDA labels say

From the Propranolol (InnoPran XL) label · effective 2026-08-27

Major

Avoid abrupt withdrawal of beta-blockade, which may precipitate a thyroid storm.

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From the Liothyronine (Liothyronine Sodium) label · effective 2026-06-04

Moderate

Drug or Drug Class Effect Beta-adrenergic antagonists (e.g., Propranolol >160 mg/day) In patients treated with large doses of propranolol (>160 mg/day), T3 and T4 levels change, TSH levels remain normal, and patients are clinically euthyroid.

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Minor

Actions of particular beta-adrenergic antagonists may be impaired when a hypothyroid patient is converted to the euthyroid state.

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