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Can Amlodipine Cause Hair Loss?
Question: hi back is there a medication that does the same thing in your body that amlodipine betylate does that is not a beta blocker ?
I am asking this question because this medication causing my hair to fall out and I getting bald due to taking it .
I am asking this question because this medication causing my hair to fall out and I getting bald due to taking it .
Brief Answer:
ACE inhibitor and ARBs are alternatives can be considered
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
Thinning and hair fall is rare side effect of amlodipine.
Are you on this medicine for hypertension?
There are other medications for hypertension, that can be considered only after detailed medical his and examination.
You should see your consultant for this.
ACE inhibitor and ARBs are the group that can be considered.
Hope this helps
Take care
ACE inhibitor and ARBs are alternatives can be considered
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome.
Thinning and hair fall is rare side effect of amlodipine.
Are you on this medicine for hypertension?
There are other medications for hypertension, that can be considered only after detailed medical his and examination.
You should see your consultant for this.
ACE inhibitor and ARBs are the group that can be considered.
Hope this helps
Take care
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