Does isotretinoin cause hair loss?

Oh god, I am also on my second month of isotretinoin and every time I wash my hair, I feel like I will go bald! I constantly check my hairline in the mirror. It is a known side effect but very temporary, though the anxiety is so real.

I literally cried seeing my pillow covered in hair while taking this medicine. It felt like I was trading my clear skin for my hair, and it was emotionally exhausting. Just remember it is temporary telogen effluvium, and your hair will definitely recover.

Our bodies sometimes shed old things to heal. Keep your heart calm and feed your body good nutrients like almonds and green vegetables. This phase will pass soon, just stay positive and take care of your health.

I have seen many people in this community discuss this. Yes, isotretinoin can cause mild shedding due to dry scalp and vitamin A effects. It is usually dose-dependent. Keep your dermatologist informed so they can adjust the dosage if it gets too severe.

Hey girl! Yes, it can cause some temporary hair thinning because it dries out your whole body. I used to oil my scalp gently with coconut oil once a week and avoided any styling tools. Once my course ended, my hair came back to normal!

Between managing my teenager's acne and my own gray hair, we are both shedding like cats in this house! Isotretinoin does dry out the hair roots quite a bit. Just use a very mild shampoo and don't comb harsh when wet.

Since I already have PCOS, hair loss is a huge trigger for me. When my doctor suggested isotretinoin for my cystic acne, I was terrified. We started with a very low dose of 10mg to see how my hair reacts, which helped manage the side effects better.