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Is Hairloss A Side Effect Of Venlafaxine ER?

Hello, I ve been taking Venlafaxine ER for approximately two months now. I ve noticed in the past four-five weeks that I m losing alot of hair, when washing, combing, etc. I m a 60 year old female. Could the loss of hair be a side effect of the medication? Thank-you, Vickie Ferguson YYYY@YYYY
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Hi,

Venlafaxine is an antidepressant medication of the belonging to serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor class.

It is used to treat the major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia.

Common side effects may include: dizziness, drowsiness, anxiety, feeling nervous, sleep problems (insomnia), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, changes in weight or appetite, dry mouth, increased sweating and sexual problems. Hair loss is not a listed side effect under this medication.

Kindly consult Dermatologist for clinical evaluation and appropriate management if the problem persists and is bothersome.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ashakiran S, General & Family Physician
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Is Hairloss A Side Effect Of Venlafaxine ER?

Hi, Venlafaxine is an antidepressant medication of the belonging to serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor class. It is used to treat the major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia. Common side effects may include: dizziness, drowsiness, anxiety, feeling nervous, sleep problems (insomnia), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, changes in weight or appetite, dry mouth, increased sweating and sexual problems. Hair loss is not a listed side effect under this medication. Kindly consult Dermatologist for clinical evaluation and appropriate management if the problem persists and is bothersome. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ashakiran S, General & Family Physician