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Can Medication Cause Hair Loss?

I am a 66 year old female and have experienced hair loss for the last few years. I attributed this loss to menopause. However, I am still experiencing this hair loss and have started to explore medications and their side effects. I take Nexium, Cymbalta, Coumadin, flecainide, and atorvastatin calcium. Could any of these drugs be causing my hair loss? Thank you.
posted on Thu, 30 Jan 2014
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Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum.
The reasons for hair loss may be the anemia, menopause, dandruff, anxiety etc. The drugs you are using may have side effects, but it is not true with every one.
I advise you to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.
I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms injection of vitamin A,ketokonazole shampoo, antioxidants.
Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich foods.
Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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Can Medication Cause Hair Loss?

Hi,Welcome to Health care magic forum. The reasons for hair loss may be the anemia, menopause, dandruff, anxiety etc. The drugs you are using may have side effects, but it is not true with every one. I advise you to consult a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment. I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms injection of vitamin A,ketokonazole shampoo, antioxidants. Take more of green leafy vegetables, pulses, sprouts, and protein rich foods. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.