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nilima
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Posted 27/10/2007 11:33:28 PM

I am suffering from RA since last 3 years.
I have been precribed taking methotrxate & arava for 1 1/2 yrs. Presently my joints dont really hurt much, in fact I am doing quite well since last 8- 9 months.
But I have significant hair loss, is this related to the drugs.
Is there any solution?

Dr.Akerkar
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Posted 11/11/2007 12:36:31 AM

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Hair loss is known with methotrexate & leflunomide.
In fact, this is one of the common complaints by patients on these drugs.
Are you taking folic acid? Folic acid is known to decrase the hair loss. Though there is no definite scientific evidence, biotin (one of the vitamins) does decrease the hair loss in many patients. images/icones/icon10.gif

Consultant Rheumatologist.
http://www.arthritissupportboard.com/

nilima
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Posted 11/11/2007 06:03:39 PM

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Thanks!
I dont think I am on either folic acid/ biotin.
I'll speak to my Rheumatologist Dr. Bhojane reg the same.

Nilima. images/icones/icon14.gif

nilima
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Posted 16/12/2007 10:09:29 AM

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I have been on folvite & biotin for almost a month now...it really worked! The hair loss is definitely less now. Thanks! images/icones/icon10.gif

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