Smita Joshi Smita Joshi Asked 7 months ago

Does ivermectin cause hair loss?

I took Ivermectin a while back for a skin issue, and since then I've noticed a lot of hair shedding. Could Ivermectin be the reason for my hair loss?

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Nisha Aggarwal Nisha Aggarwal Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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I took a strong dose of Ivermectin last year for an infection and noticed significant hair thinning a few weeks later. The doctor said it was acute telogen effluvium caused by the physical stress of the infection itself, not necessarily the drug. Please consult a dermatologist to understand the exact reason for your hair fall.

Balaji Rao Balaji Rao Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

While hair loss is not a standard side effect of Ivermectin, everyone's body chemistry is different. If you have started noticing hair fall after taking this medicine, it is highly advisable to get it evaluated by a doctor to rule out any allergic reactions or underlying deficiencies.

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Rajiv Khanna Rajiv Khanna Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I had to take Ivermectin once while managing my high BP medication. I didn't experience any hair loss at all. Often, poor sleep, nutritional deficiencies, or stress from being unwell cause hair fall, so focusing on a good diet and keeping your lifestyle healthy is key.

Siddharth Roy Siddharth Roy Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

There is no scientific proof or clinical data showing that Ivermectin causes hair loss in humans. Usually, people take this drug when they are dealing with a severe parasite infection, and that stress or illness is the real trigger for hair shedding. Don't worry about this side effect.

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Arunima Sharma Arunima Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey, don't worry so much. Ivermectin is just an anti-parasitic medicine and its active cycle in your body is very short, so it won't cause your hair to fall out. Just make sure you are eating well, drinking enough water, and not letting the stress of being sick get to you.

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