Rahul Das Rahul Das Asked 5 months ago

What drugs cause hair loss?

I've noticed a lot of hair fall recently, more than usual. I'm taking some new supplements and medicines. Could any of these be the reason? What kind of drugs are known to cause hair loss?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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I once ignored my increasing hair fall, thinking it was just stress. Later found out a medication I was taking for blood pressure was causing it. So yes, drugs can absolutely cause hair loss! Don't ignore it like I did. If you notice significant hair loss after starting a new medicine, please consult your doctor immediately.

Rajesh Gupta Rajesh Gupta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I can only share my experience. My hair thinned out quite a bit when I was on certain antibiotics for a long time. Once I finished the course, it slowly got better. It's a real side effect, so if you're facing it, definitely bring it up with your doctor.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Oh, this is interesting! I always thought hair loss was just genetics or stress. So even medicines can cause it? Like which ones? I heard some acne medications can do that, and obviously chemotherapy. Are there any common ones too?

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Vijay Singh Vijay Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

So many blogs and social media posts will tell you every common medicine causes hair loss. Don't fall for that fear-mongering. Yes, *some* drugs can, but it's not every pill. If you're genuinely concerned about hair loss, see a dermatologist or your prescribing doctor. They can actually tell you if your specific medication is the culprit, not random internet advice.

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Arre, bal jhadna toh bohot badi samasya hai, especially hum auraton ke liye! Kuch dawaiyaan, jaise cancer ki ya thyroid ki, unse baal jhadte hain, maine suna hai. Lekin chote-mote ilaj ke liye bhi agar baal jhadne lagein toh doctor ko hi poochho, woh sahi rasta batayenge.

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

For my daughter, we always check side effects of any medication. Some medicines, like those for cancer (chemotherapy is a big one, everyone knows that), and even some for thyroid issues or acne, can cause hair loss. It's a worry, especially for young girls. Always ask your pediatrician about potential side effects.

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