Many people believe that hair loss, especially in men, is related to age or heredity. But that's not always the case. Hair loss in men and women can be caused by a variety of different factors, from diet, medication, and chemicals, to stress and poor nutrition.

Hair Loss Due To Medication

Hair loss due to medication is the most common cause of hair loss, yet it's the least discussed. The reason that certain medications cause hair loss is still not completely known, although researchers have pin-pointed the medications that most generally cause hair loss.

Certain Effects of Taking Particular Medications

Experts say that hair loss is due to the disruption of the normal phases of hair growth--catagen, anagen and telogen--which can be brought on by certain medications. Also, when these particular medications are in your system, they can affect the way perms, chemical straightening, and hair color works on your hair when at the salon.

Hair Loss from Medication

Hair loss from medication is rarely permanent. And your doctor can alter your medication, choosing another medication that won't increase hair loss.

Medications That Cause Hair Loss

Aside from hormone replacement therapy for women, here are some medications that common cause hair loss: Atromid-s and lopid (commonly used for lowering cholesterol) Dopar and larodopa (commonly used for Parkinson's disease) Tagamet Zantac and Pepcid (commonly used for ulcers) Tridone (commonly used for epilepsy) Trcyclics and amphetomines (commonly used for depression) Blood thinners Male hormones Oral contraceptives Anti-inflammatory drugs

Alternatives To Hair Loss

Many hair salons offer a technique to stimulate the scalp, promoting hair growth. This approach has proven effective in men and women, regardless of medication consumption.

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Medications That cause Hairloss

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