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Although experts acknowledge an association, hair loss on semaglutide is probably caused not by the drug itself but by prolonged caloric restriction and a lack of essential hair-health nutrients like protein and keratin
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Source: West, S et al Weight regain after cessation of medication for weight management: systematic review and meta-analysis, BMJ January, 2026 Newer incretin mimetics are the GLP-1 medications semaglutide and tirzepatide