WHILE losing a certain amount of hair can be completely normal, “excessive” hair loss could be pointing to an underlying issue. From medical conditions to hair care practices, there can be plenty of hair loss triggers. However, an expert shares that your medication could also be to blame.

“Although losing up to 100 hairs a day is common, it’s always worth identifying the root of the problem before it becomes a cause for concern,” said Dr Bessam Farjo, Hair Restoration Surgeon at Farjo Hair Institute. The doctor warned that the cause could be hidden in a daily practice like taking your pills.

There can be plenty of factors that are causing your hair to fall out, however, certain medications could also be problematic.

According to Dr Farjo, the “most common” medications which can affect hair growth are:

• Blood thinners
• Oral contraceptives
• Acne medication
• Epilepsy medication
• Psoriasis medication.

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