Can lexapro cause hair loss in women?

Omg same! I'm on Lexapro for my exam anxiety and my hairfall is crazy right now. It's so stressful but my doc said it's just a temporary side effect, so I'm trying not to overthink it.

It is so heartbreaking to see your hair thin out while you are already fighting depression. I cried so much looking at my comb, but please remember your mental well-being is the top priority.

When I visited Apollo Hospital for my consultation, the psychiatrist mentioned that while rare, hair shedding can happen due to stress or medication changes. Ask your doctor clearly if they can suggest an alternative if it bothers you.

Yes, temporary hair shedding (telogen effluvium) can happen with many antidepressants. Make sure you are eating a protein-rich diet and don't stop the medicine without your doctor's guidance.

Dekho behen, dimaag ki shanti hair fall se zyada zaroori hai. If the medicine is helping your mental health, don't stop it suddenly; just talk to your doctor about some biotin supplements.

For me, the hair loss was severe and didn't stop even after three months, and it turned out my thyroid was also acting up. Please get a full blood panel done and consult your doctor before making any changes.

I was just prescribed this medicine for my mood swings, but I am already facing bad hair fall. Does starting this make it much worse, or does it depend on the dosage?