Does tramadol cause hair loss?

Question

For my chronic nerve pain, I'm taking Tramadol regularly. I've noticed my hair feels thinner and I'm seeing more strands in my brush. I'm wondering if this pain medication could be the cause of my hair loss.

Rajashree Rao · Accepted Answer

My son was on pain medication including tramadol after his leg surgery, and we noticed his hair thinning a bit. Our doctor said it was more likely due to the physical stress of surgery and heavy meds. He suggested a good diet and the hair eventually grew back, so try not to worry.

Manju Bala · Answer

It is not a very common side effect, so please do not worry too much. Sometimes stress from the pain itself causes hair fall. Just take your medicines as the doctor advised and take care of your health.

Samir Vyas · Answer

Arre, don't worry, you won't go bald overnight just by taking a few doses of tramadol! Hair loss is a very rare side effect, mostly happening if you're taking it for ages. Keep eating your almonds and focus on getting rid of the pain first!

Sanya Malhotra · Answer

I was just prescribed this for a bad sprain and I am already dealing with hair fall. Will this medicine make it worse, or is it okay for a short course? If anyone has faced this, please let me know.

Amit Sharma · Answer

Haan yaar, waise toh hair loss bahut rare hai tramadol se na. Par jab body heavy medications ke under hoti hai, toh telogen effluvium ho sakta hai jisse baal jhadte hain. Ek baar doctor se clear kar lo agar jyada hair fall ho raha hai toh.

Rohan Gupta · Answer

I was reading some forums on pain medications and some users did report hair thinning with tramadol, but medical sites say it's not a direct or frequent side effect. It could just be the body reacting to severe pain or stress. Definitely worth asking your doctor during the next visit.

Does tramadol cause hair loss?

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Consult a dermatologist

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