Can synthroid cause hair loss?

Yes, it can, especially in the first few months of starting the medication as your hormone levels shift. I had severe shedding and ignored it, but it turned out my dose was actually too high. Please consult your doctor to check your thyroid levels before changing anything.

Listen, don't panic about the hair fall right now. When you start Synthroid, your body takes time to adjust to the new hormone levels, which can temporarily trigger shedding. It usually stabilizes in a few months, so just hang in there and talk to your physician if it doesn't stop.

I started taking this medication three weeks ago and my hair is coming out in clumps in the shower. I am feeling so stressed out and scared of going bald. Has anyone else experienced this exact issue when starting out?

At this age, between stress, graying, and now thyroid pills, my hair has decided to retire early. Yes, Synthroid can cause temporary shedding while your body gets used to it. Just keep your doctor in the loop and try to enjoy the lighter hair while it lasts!

When I noticed hair thinning, I went to my endocrinologist at Apollo Hospital. She clearly explained that both underactive thyroid and the medication itself during the initial phase can cause hair loss. She adjusted my dosage slightly and advised me not to self-medicate.

I have been on thyroid medication for ten years and faced this initial shedding too. The key is patience; once your TSH levels stabilize in the normal range, the hair fall stops and it actually grows back healthier. Keep taking your tablet regularly on an empty stomach and don't skip doses.

Yes, it is a very common temporary reaction, but checking your TSH levels after 6-8 weeks is the best way to be sure.