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Hair loss on GLP-1 agonists: telogen effluvium vs nutritional deficiency — my results so far

adam_van Mon, Mar 4, 2024 at 9:12 AM 40 replies 2,136 viewsPage 6 of 8
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Mar 4, 2024 at 5:42 PM#26

Congrats adam_van!! You should be so proud of yourself. 🎉

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Mar 4, 2024 at 5:59 PM#27

Slightly tangential to Hair loss on GLP-1 but Admin reminded me — does anyone have experience combining this with metformin?

I know it is not exactly on-topic but it seems related enough to ask here rather than starting a new thread. Apologies if this has been covered — I did search first.

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Mar 4, 2024 at 6:16 PM#28

Yep. My endo said the same thing about Hair loss on GLP-1.

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Mar 4, 2024 at 6:33 PM#29

Reading this thread on Hair loss on GLP-1 hits close to home. Night shift nurse — I started at 283 lbs and felt like I would tried everything.

9 months on tirz and I am a different person. Not just the 58 lbs lost — my energy, my mood, my relationship with food. All transformed.

If you are on the fence about Hair loss on GLP-1 — take the leap. It was the best health decision I have ever made. ❤️

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Mar 4, 2024 at 6:50 PM#30

As a pharmacist, I want to add some clinical context to this discussion on Hair loss on GLP-1 agonists telogen.

Building on what LindaRN_retired said — the evidence base here is robust. The key publications to reference are from the FLOW program[1].

Key clinical points:

  1. Efficacy is dose-dependent and typically requires 4-5 weeks to reach steady state
  2. Side effect profile is predictable and usually manageable with standard protocols
  3. Monitoring should include baseline labs and follow-up at 3-month intervals
  4. Patient education significantly improves outcomes and adherence

Standard disclaimer: this is educational, not individualized medical advice.

References:
[1] See thread title for relevant study identification.
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