On methotrexate and losing my hair - help

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yikesspikes

01/05/2022 at 23:42

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I've noticed I've been losing quite a lot of hair lately. I've been on methotrexate for a while now but not for too long. Does it have to do with the drug?

what can I do??

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Edited on 02/05/2022 at 12:38

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I too have suffered hair loss since taking methotrexate. I find using shampoo that increases volume & regular hair cuts have helped me. Also since colouring my hair it seems to have given the illusion of more hair. Holland & Barrett sell hair vitamins called Hair burst for 19.99 that are currently one buy one free that l take too. I have been on methotrexate since 2002 & hair loss was just one of its side effects along with a few other inconvenient ones.

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On methotrexate and losing my hair - help https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/your-opinion-on-rheumatoid-arthritis-treatment/on-methotrexate-and-losing-my-hair-help-4583 2022-05-02 12:32:13

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I think methotrexate can cause hair loss, I too have suffered from it. Just like @Mandy59 , I use special shampoos that I buy online pharmacy, and I take vitamins.

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16/05/2022 at 12:58

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For me I use a natural shampoo and conditioner bar. I towel dry my hair with a microfiber towel. If I am drying it with a hair dryer I only ever dry the top of my scalp. I do not use a comb I use a wide toothed brush. I use rose water on my hair, also. if I am putting it up in a ponytail I use aloe vera to help smooth the top of my hair on my scalp down, I never do the hair band too tight.

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16/05/2022 at 14:40

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I also have hair loss problem because of methotrexate. I take Biotin supplement.

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