Darvocet and Hair Loss

Darvocet® (propoxyphene/acetaminophen) is a prescription pain medication known to cause numerous different side effects. However, hair loss does not appear to be one of the known Darvocet side effects. Hair loss is not mentioned in the prescribing information for Darvocet.
 
If you experience hair loss while taking Darvocet, please talk with your healthcare provider. Depending on how severe the hair loss is, your healthcare provider may recommend various treatment options. If your symptoms continue to be bothersome or if your healthcare provider believes the medicine is causing your hair loss, he or she may recommend trying another medicine to treat your condition.
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;