Lisinopril, Sular, and Hair Loss in Your Mid-50s

Hello

I am a 55 yr old male, and have had gradual hair loss since in college. I have used minoxidil since the early 80’s, and have had hair loss under control pretty well, although it got worse in my mid 40’s.

I begin taking Lisinopril/HCTZ 20-12.5 and Sular ER 30 mg for my creeping high blood pressure about 9 months ago, and my hair on top is looking very thin, and my hairliine is also thinning more than before. Do you think this could be attributed to the meds? If so, do you have any suggestions?

Thanks

Your hair loss may be attributable to the medication. However, medication is usually the LAST in the list of causes for hair loss. You may have a genetic component to hair loss or you may have other medical causes. You need to see a doctor and have your scalp hair mapped for miniaturization before you can hypothesize about your problem.