Tegretol and Hair Loss?
Dr Rassman
My doctor is talking to me about putting me on Tegretol for anxiety. I asked him if this med causes hair loss and he told me he does not no any one had this from Tegratol but i think i read that it does. Can you tell me if you saw any people that came into you office that while taking this drug had any hair loss from it.
Thanks
I have no memory of treating anyone that lost hair as a result of taking Tegretol (also known as carbamazepine, a seizure medication), but I’ve read claims online that it could be a rare side effect. It isn’t officially known as a side effect, however.
I was informed by my neurologist that Carbamazepine can interfere with the way the body handles the vitamin Biotin, which is important for hair. I’ve been on the medication 6 years but I take a Biotin supplement just in case.