Diovan and Hair Loss: What Users Say
Reviews for Diovan
- aro...
- November 7, 2008
For High Blood Pressure "One side effect not listed here but is listed elsewhere falls under the category of dermatological side effects - alopecia. So, if your scalp becomes pink and irritable and you start developing thinning or actual bald patches, ask your doctor to switch you to another medication."
- fir...
- March 18, 2011
For High Blood Pressure "Worked great for my blood pressure, however, I had to stop this medicine because of severe and rapid hair loss."
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- Anonymous
- March 27, 2009
For High Blood Pressure "I started using Diovan four months ago, although it has lowered my pressure considerably, I'm experiencing itchy and tender scalp. My hair is extremely brittle and constantly breaking."
- Anonymous
- March 27, 2009
For High Blood Pressure "I started using Diovan four months ago, although it has lowered my pressure considerably, I'm experiencing itchy and tender scalp. My hair is extremely brittle and constantly breaking."
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For High Blood Pressure "Diovan HCT 160/12.5 - took for over 8 years. Blood pressure was controlled...however, did not realize that daily headaches, hair thinning, up and down blood sugar, weight gain, muscle aches, etc. were side effects. Stopped taking and all symptoms started to go away."