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Antidepressants and hair fall

2019-03-17 09:41:57
Which antidepressant has lowest risk of hair fall or no risk of hair fall at all . I am very concerned about my hair loss. So please suggest me any antidepressant which has no risk of hair fall. Regards
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Hi Hair loss due to antidepressant is very rare even if it happens it is temporary & reversible, so please don't worry about side effects & start using a good antidepressant that suits your illness considering your gender, age & severity of illness.
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consult a psychiatrist for further help. thank you.

Answered2019-03-17 16:08:30

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Which anti depressant are you on ? Escitalopram is generally safe. Do get in touch with a psychiatrist in person or online before you go ahead with anything.

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