A switch to Tapazole should cure that bitter aftertaste and you also don't have to take it every 8 hours. Just once or twice a day. It's the american version of the stuff david's taking.

Ah, chocolate!!!! My downfall was chocolate milkshakes. I finally switched to those Boost Plus high energy shakes. They come in chocolate!!! Tons of calories packed in a little bottle and besides, lots more vitamins and minerals. You'll start putting the weight back on after the antithyroid meds have had a chance to do their magic. In the meantime, maintaining is good. The chocolate contains a feel good chemical. Makes the brain happy. You'll find your craving for that decrease as you get better.

David, best of luck. I've heard good things about that med from a friend who's been on it. I'll be interested to hear more viewpoints.