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Could Triamterene, Sertraline And Losartan Be The Cause For Hair Loss?
I HAVE BEEN TAKING TRIAMTERENE HCTZ FOR BLOOD PRESSURE AND SERTRALINE HCL FOR DEPRESSION AND LOSARTAN POTASSIUM FOR HIGH BLOOOD PRESSURE . MY HAIR IS FALLING OUT I HAVE A LARGE BALD SPOT ON THE TOP OF MY HEAD. I AM A FEMALE COULD THE MEDICATION CAUSE MY HAIR LOSS I HAVE BE USING THE MEDICATION FOR 3 YEARS
It is not a typical reaction of these medications but persons react differently to medication. Before considering these medications, other causes should be considered such as anaemia, physical or emotional stress, autoimmune diseases etc.
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Dr Michelle Gibson James, General & Family Physician
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Could Triamterene, Sertraline And Losartan Be The Cause For Hair Loss?
Hi, It is not a typical reaction of these medications but persons react differently to medication. Before considering these medications, other causes should be considered such as anaemia, physical or emotional stress, autoimmune diseases etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Michelle Gibson James, General & Family Physician