Drug Induced Hair Loss is a condition when the prescribed drug causes temporary or permanent hair loss. There are various drugs which get in the way of normal hair cycle and result in hair loss. These drugs affect anagen follicles mainly through two different modalities which are either by inducing or by precipitating. Inducing method is also known as anagen effluvium.  In this method, hair loss mainly occurs within few days and weeks of taking medicine. Whereas in precipitating situation which is also known as telogen effluvium the hair loss procedure starts after two to four months of taking the drugs. Some drugs and medicines may also start the female and male pattern of baldness.

Thus in order to prevent hair loss resulted by drug intake, it is always advisable to do the research and read the manufacturer’s warning before taking any medicine. Pharmacist can also provide you with the information when needed. A range of medications are also available which gives complete information about the drugs including its side effects. You can get these guidebooks from bookstores or pharmacies. You can also confirm your doctor about the hair loss possibility with the prescribed medicine. A substitute can also be taken if your medicine has a risk of hair loss.