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Bipolar ForumsTipsHelp! Hair Loss and Depakote
06/12/2008 09:18 AM
frustrated
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I've been on Depakote for a week and noticed yesterday evening that I'm losing excessive amounts of hair in the shower. I know this is a side effect, but how bad will it get? I'm not even at my full dose yet. Does it ever stop? Anyone else have this problem or know of any supplements to slow it down or stop it?
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08/29/2008 12:26 AM  Top
Flaco73
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I have been taking Depakote for 14 years. I did notice thinning problems early on, but never had that problem again.
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