Zoloft is an antidepressant
that is used to treat a variety of medical conditions. It may be
used to treat anxiety disorders, compulsive disorders, and most
commonly, depression. Like any drug, it does have its side
effects. Not everyone that takes the drug will experience
these side effects. Some people experience a few side effects and
some none in the slightest degree. Common side effects that occur
when taking Zoloft are weakness, weight loss or gain, drowsiness,
and decrease in sex drive. A less common side effect with Zoloft is
Hair
Loss and thinning.
Prepare For Zoloft Hair Loss
Side Effect
If your doctor has prescribed you Zoloft, and
the side effect hair loss begins after you start taking it, you
might want to confer with your doctor about switching to another
antidepressant. For some people this is a choice, but for others,
Zoloft is the best medication for their condition and therefore,
they have to live with the thinning and hair loss side effect of
Zoloft.
If you must take Zoloft, you can try some
things that may help your thinning hair. Ask your doctor before you
try any medicated topical hair loss remedies, because you want to
check that they will not interfere with the prescriptions he has
placed you on. Some non-medicated hair loss remedies include
conditioners, thickening shampoos, and sprays.
These products attach themselves to the hair
that is on your head thickening each individual strand. While these
remedies do not keep hair from falling out or grow hair, they do
gain advantage of what you have left and most people notice that
their hair seems fuller and thicker almost instantly.
As soon as you are taking Zoloft or any
medication that could cause you to lose hair, you want to treat the
hair you have with respect. Do not use products that contain harsh
chemicals, limit your time in chlorinated pools, and do not wear a
hat that is too tight. By looking after the hair you have,
you can stave off some of the thinning and hair loss side effects
of Zoloft.
If you hate the fact that you are losing your
hair, but cannot stop taking Zoloft, consider getting a weave.
Today's weaves are nothing like the toupees of yesteryear. A large
amount of people cannot tell when anyone has a weave, as the hair
is attached to your natural hair. You can shower, swim, and even
get it cut, just like your own hair. You ought to get it
maintained by a specialist about once a month and the initial cost
is high, but many men consider it money well spent.
