Suddenly losing your hair? The culprit could be your prescription medications
By Cynthia E. Keen at AARP
Like turning gray, hair loss can be a natural part of aging. But alopecia, the medical term for hair loss, is a complex condition with many variations, from slow-progressing balding (referred to as male- or female-pattern hair loss) to more rapid and patchy loss (alopecia areata is a common form). Genetics, hormonal changes, inflammation and even certain diseases — including, in some cases, COVID-19 — can trigger temporary or permanent hair loss. And prescription drugs may also trigger excessive and sudden shedding.
1. Anticoagulants
2. Antidepressants, mood stabilizers, bipolar disorder medications
3. Antimicrobial tuberculosis drugs
4. Arthritis, inflammation drugs
5. Blood pressure meds
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