Effects of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on Hair Loss and Regrowth: A Systematic Review

    October 2025 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”
    Miranda K. Branyiczky, Megan S. Lowe, Eric McMullen … Touraj Khosravi‐Hafshejani
    Studysummary This review suggests weak associations between GLP-1 receptor agonists and increased reports of hair loss, particularly with semaglutide and tirzepatide, while cases of hair regrowth were also occasionally documented.
    Automatically generated from the study's abstract, not written by a person, and not a review of the full paper. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Read the original study, and consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer
    Read the full study on onlinelibrary.wiley.com →
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study 4

    1. Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Medications and Hair Loss: A Retrospective Cohort Study Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2025
    2. Risk of Suicide, Hair Loss, and Aspiration with GLP1-Receptor Agonists and Other Diabetic Agents: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Study Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy · 2024
    3. Treatment of Insulin Resistance With Tirzepatide Leading to Improvement of Hair Loss JAAD Case Reports · 2024
    4. GLP-1 Agonists and Hair Loss: A Call for Further Investigation International Journal of Dermatology · 2024