Manish Sharma Manish Sharma Asked 8 months ago

Does sertraline cause hair loss?

I've been on Sertraline for about six months for my anxiety. Lately, I've noticed a significant increase in hair fall, much more than usual. Could Sertraline be causing this hair loss?

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Vikas Sharma Vikas Sharma Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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Haan, thoda hair fall toh ho sakta hai starting mein. Par sabka body different behave karta hai na. Don't stop your medicine without asking your doctor, that is very important.

Siddharth Mehta Siddharth Mehta Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

To keep stress levels low and improve blood circulation to the scalp, try incorporating a 30-minute brisk walk daily, if your doctor permits. It really helps with overall mood and health. Always discuss any drug side effects with your psychiatrist.

Sunita Patil Sunita Patil Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

You can try applying mild curry leaves oil to soothe the roots, but medical side effects need professional care. If your hair is falling out in large clumps, please see your doctor immediately rather than trying home remedies.

Pooja Hegde Pooja Hegde Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

I was just prescribed this medication yesterday and I am a bit scared about this side effect. Does the hair shedding start immediately, or only after several months of use?

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Consult a dermatologist

Sheela D'Souza Sheela D'Souza Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Medication-induced hair loss is usually temporary and called telogen effluvium. It generally reverses once the body adjusts or the treatment is stopped. Ask your doctor if a simple multivitamin can help.

Ananya Joshi Ananya Joshi Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

I had severe hair thinning that didn't stop until my doctor changed my prescription. Please don't ignore it if the shedding is heavy; consult your doctor immediately to check your options.

Amit Das Amit Das Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

It can occasionally cause temporary hair shedding, so please consult your doctor if it becomes noticeable.

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Meera Iyer Meera Iyer Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

It is so incredibly stressful to deal with hair loss when you are already struggling with your mental health. I completely understand how hurtful it feels. Please be gentle with yourself and speak to your doctor about this.

Neha Kapoor Neha Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I totally get it, hair thinning can make you feel so anxious and down. Since it is a known but less common side effect, your psychiatrist will definitely have a solution for this. Just book a quick follow-up.

Snehal Gawde Snehal Gawde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Actually, it is a very rare side effect, yaar. Most people don't face it, but if you are noticing a lot of hair in your brush, just talk to your doctor instead of worrying.

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