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Does Dilaudid, Gabapentin And Naproxen Cause Hair Loss?

Hello,I m experiencing severe hair loss only recently.I have been on methotrexate for about 2 yrs,but my doctor added Humira to the mix about 4 months ago for my rheumatoid arthritis.Also hurt my back about 6 weeks ago,so have been on dilaudid,gabapentin and naproxyn for the pain.Can any of these drugs be causing my recent hair loss? Thank you.
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Hi,

Long-term use of Methotrexate and Gabapentin can cause moderate to severe hair loss. So you should talk to your doctor for alternatives to these medicines, if possible.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Prabhash Verma,
General & Family Physician
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Does Dilaudid, Gabapentin And Naproxen Cause Hair Loss?

Hi, Long-term use of Methotrexate and Gabapentin can cause moderate to severe hair loss. So you should talk to your doctor for alternatives to these medicines, if possible. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician