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Q: Does Zoloft Cause Hair Loss?

asked by: BStowe2007 on February 27th, 2007

New User

I currently started taking Zoloft. I have only been taking it for 5 days. Right now I take 50 mg but next week I am supposed to start taking 100 mg. I heard that Zoloft can cause hair loss. Over the past few days, I have noticed more hair loss than usual. Is hair loss a side effect of Zoloft? Could I be experiencing this side effect this quickly? I am so worried; thinking about losing my hair stresses me out even more. If Zoloft does cause this, how can I prevent it or make it better?

Replies(3)

Jaydensmommy

replied on February 28th, 2007

Advanced Support Team

Im not 100% sure but I do not think it would cause that affect so fast.

vassiliki

replied on February 28th, 2007

New User

Re: Does Zoloft Cause Hair Loss?

BStowe2007 wrote:

no, it does not cause hair loss. but it may reduce your apetite or increase your anxiety-both can lead to hair loss. but i think that you are just stressed cos of the new med. 5 days and 50mg is like nothing.

take care

medical

replied on March 2nd, 2007

New User

Does Zoloft Cause Hair Loss?

Zoloft donot cause hair-loss. But it reduces your appetite, due to which you may not get enough protein for you hairs. thats why hair loss can occur.
possible side effects of zoloft are :
irregular heartbeat or pulse; low blood pressure (dizziness, weakness); high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision); or chills or fever.
headache; nervousness, or anxiety; nausea, diarrhea, dry mouth, or changes in appetite or weight; sleepiness or insomnia; etc.

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