Does repatha cause hair loss?

Question

I started Repatha a few months ago for my cholesterol, and lately, I've noticed a significant amount of hair shedding. It's quite concerning for me. Is hair loss a known side effect of taking Repatha?

Shalini Menon · Accepted Answer

I struggled with terrible hair loss and thought it was my cholesterol medicine, but a quick blood test showed my thyroid levels were actually fluctuating. Please get your thyroid and iron levels checked before blaming Repatha. Regular follow-ups with your doctor will help pin down the real cause.

Vikram Sethi · Answer

Honestly, if lowering my cholesterol keeps my heart ticking, I don't mind sacrificing a few hair strands! But jokes apart, hair loss is extremely rare with this injection. Don't worry, you won't wake up bald tomorrow just because of Repatha.

Kalyani Sundaram · Answer

I have been on this medicine for almost two years now. At my age, some thinning of hair is quite natural, but I did not notice any sudden or major hair fall after starting this injection. Do not let these fears stop you from taking your essential heart medicines.

Siddharth Malhotra · Answer

Bro, don't stress too much about hair loss with Repatha, it is not a common side effect at all. Stress itself will cause more hair fall than the actual medicine, trust me! Just focus on eating well and let the medicine do its job.

Rajesh Deshpande · Answer

At 50, my hair was already planning its retirement anyway, so I didn't notice any difference after starting this injection. Seriously though, it is highly unlikely to cause hair fall. Keep your heart safe first, hair can be managed with a good diet!

Does repatha cause hair loss?

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Consult a dermatologist

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