When ever I wash my hair it falls out a lot and it gets thinner. When I stopped taking it my hair thickened up after a few months,
Has anyone noticed your hair falling out or getting thinner when taking Amantadine?
Question posted by Pennim on 25 June 2016
Last updated on 5 September 2016 by kalinmom
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kalinmom
5 Sep 2016
YES!! And my hairline is receding; my scalp is itchy too. My neurologist said to use a shampoo with selenium but it didn't help. Another side effect of long term amantadine (according to my neurologist) is a change in skin appearance - it is kind of like lace. Started on my feel, then up my lower legs, and now on my face.and arms. I plan to ask my neurologist about it at my next appointment.
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