Wegovy (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist used for weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with comorbidities
GIP also increases post-meal insulin and could aid fat metabolism
One question that has been coming up more lately is Does tirzepatide cause hair loss? Today, we are going to look at the topic of hair loss while using GLP-1 medication and tell you why hair loss might happen, what doctors and researchers have learned, and what you can do if this happens to you
That research showed that 42.3% of people taking tirzepatide, the generic name for Zepbound, lost at least 15% of their body weight within a year, compared to 18.1% of people taking semaglutide, the generic name for Wegovy
Importantly, the review found no evidence that these interventions negatively impacted mental health
Consult with a provider about OTC options or dosage adjustments