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Question I am on a large number of new medications and am now suffering a significant hair loss and rash over 2/3 of my body. Could it be an alergic reaction to any of the following meds?
Diovan, Isosorbide Mononitrate, starlix, zetia, amiloride or toprol xl. I appreciate any help.
Answer Hi Lynn,
From the list, I would say that you have a heart condition with high blood pressure. Unfortunately, Toprol XL can cause hair loss, as can Zetia, Isosorbide and Diovan, and combined with the rash, I think it's safe to say that you are having a reaction to one, or the combination of meds you are taking. Please talk this over with your doctor. While the hair loss is distressing, as a RN, I am more concerned with the rash you have developed. Allergic reactions can be mild rashes or serious, life threatening situations and should be evaluated by your MD as soon as possible.
