I'm a 72 year old woman who has been taking lisinopril, losartan and Cartia for 15-20 years. I was considered a pre-diabetic (at the low end) but have been losing weight. Hair loss has occurred over this time, and is now getting to where the scalp shows through. Prior to that, I had very thick, strong hair. I read on line a comment made by a medical professor that Plavix could be substituted for Cartia, and would not cause hair loss -- so I asked my doctor to change Cartia to Plavix. Since then, I've read that Plavix also causes hair loss. Would love to drop at least one of these BP medicines! Hats and wigs can be hot and uncomfortable -- especially in the summertime.