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Cimzia And Hair Loss

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Columbus, OH

I just started cimzia about a month ago and have noticed that I'm losing more hair than usual when brushing and washing my hair. Did anyone else experience this? What did you do to stop it? I already take a biotin supplement to help with methotrexate side effects. Thanks for your help!

December 29, 2016
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A myRAteam Member

I have severe hair loss first 2 weeks on Methatrexate. I doubled up on the folic acid (2,000mg) per the RA dr and am going to add 1,000 mg. of Biotin - pharmacist said that's ok to do.

August 7, 2018
A myRAteam Member

@A myRAteam Member - ask your rheumy for a prescription of folic acid. I've been on methotrexate for 12 years and never had any hair loss.

January 20, 2017
A myRAteam Member

Yes I am losing my hair on cimzac.

February 26, 2023
A myRAteam Member

That's my worst fear, I take Methatrexate and that is a rare side effect. I check my hair and scalp everyday for bald patches.

January 19, 2017
A myRAteam Member

My Doctor prescribed folid acid for side effects. Haven't had my hair to fall out yet.

January 1, 2017

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