Diet pills = dry hair?

[inthestars]

Did anyone else take Phentermine or Bontril and experience dry hair and hair falling out? I did and I am going to stop taking them! If anyone is considering taking prescription diet pills, be careful!

[Jenai]

I had no problem when I took them. My physician had me take a multivitamin everyday and a B12 injection every 1-2 weeks. If your physician put you on diet pills, then s/he should have also gave you a recommended meal plan to follow. Because you are eating less, you have to be really careful about your nutrition and vitamin intake. Even though you are trying to cut down your calories, you still need some proteins and fats everyday. If you only consume enough nutrients to keep your body going, then the hair, skin, and nails will be the first areas to suffer. Also, are you drinking enough water?