Can St John's Wort cause hair loss?

November 12, 2019
Asked By:Adri48 in New York, NY

I’ve been on St. John’s Wort for anxiety for the last 6 months at a dose of 1200mg/daily. I’ve noticed ever since I’ve started St John's Wort my hair has progressively gotten thinner and now on my 6 month it’s at its worst. Can St John's wort be the culprit? I know SSRIs can be linked to hair loss due to serotonin syndrome but can St John’s Wort have the same effect. I’ve never had hair loss issues prior to this even during high stress times. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help.

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November 13, 2019

Answer: St. John's Wort and hair loss

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November 13, 2019

Answer: St. John's Wort and hair loss

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November 13, 2019

Answer: Hair loss

November 13, 2019

Answer: Hair loss

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