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GlossaryGLP-1 receptor agonists

mimic a hormone to regulate blood sugar and promote fullness

GLP-1 receptor agonists are a class of medications that mimic the action of the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) hormone, which helps regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin secretion and inhibiting glucagon release. They are commonly used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and can also promote weight loss by slowing gastric emptying and increasing feelings of fullness.

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research Alopecia as an Emerging Adverse Effect Associated with Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss: A Scoping Review

August 2025 in “Cureus”

GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss may cause hair loss, especially in women.

research Risk of Alopecia Areata with Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss

February 2025 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

GLP-1 agonists may increase the risk of hair loss.

Risk of Suicide, Hair Loss, and Aspiration with Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Study from the FAERS Database

research Risk of Suicide, Hair Loss, and Aspiration with Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Study from the FAERS Database

November 2024 in “Circulation”

GLP1-RAs may have higher reports of suicide and hair loss, but no strong evidence links them to these issues.

research Use of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists in Modulating Preexisting Dermatologic Disease: A Systematic Review

September 2025 in “Cureus”

GLP-1 agonists may help treat certain skin conditions.

research Exploring the Hair Loss Risk in Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Agonists: Emerging Concerns and Clinical Implications

January 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Newer GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide may cause hair loss.

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community Any treatments in development that could theoretically give complete regrowth?

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 4 months ago

New hair loss treatments like PP-405, AMP-303, and SCUBE3 are being discussed, but none are confirmed to fully restore hairlines. Current treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 are still widely used, with some hope for future advancements in hair regrowth.

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in Finasteride 282 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.