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Can Methimazole Cause Hair Loss?

Hi, I have been diagnosed with Graves disease and have been on methimazole for 6 months. My last 2 dr visits with the endocrinologist have indicated my levels are now in the hypothyroid range. The dr has taken me down on the methimazole to 2.5 mg per day. I am currently experiencing major hair loss and am stressed out about that. Is the hair loss due more from the methimazole or the fact that I am now in the hypothyroid range? This dr can not seem to get me on the right dosage of meds. FRUSTRATED.
Mon, 15 Dec 2014
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Hello
Thyroid disorders ,be it hypo or hyperthyroidism, can cause hair loss. Even the drug methimazole can sometimes cause hair loss.
I would suggest you to get your free T3 and free T4 and TSH levels checked atleast quarterly till your levels are controlled. Then every 6 monthly.
Keep thyroid levels normal will hel you in preventing hair loss.
Hope this helps.
Thanks.
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Can Methimazole Cause Hair Loss?

Hello Thyroid disorders ,be it hypo or hyperthyroidism, can cause hair loss. Even the drug methimazole can sometimes cause hair loss. I would suggest you to get your free T3 and free T4 and TSH levels checked atleast quarterly till your levels are controlled. Then every 6 monthly. Keep thyroid levels normal will hel you in preventing hair loss. Hope this helps. Thanks.