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✦ 80 patient reports ● Updated 2026-06-24 r/Ozempic, r/GLP1, r/Zepbound

Does Hair Loss Stop After A While?

📊 What patients commonly report

Based on the patient reports provided, there's limited information specifically about hair loss stopping after a while. One patient shared experiencing hair loss (telogen effluvium) about two months after starting semaglutide. They reported that the hair loss was still ongoing five months into their treatment, and they were considering discontinuing the medication because of it. This suggests that for some, hair loss may persist while continuing the medication.

⚖️ Where experiences differ
Reported as helpful
    Reported as ineffective
    • hair loss continuing on medication
    • considering stopping medication due to hair loss
    📅 Medication, dose & timeline
    Wk 8
    Hair loss (telogen effluvium) may begin for some patients.
    Wk 20
    Hair loss may still be actively ongoing while on the medication.
    💬 What patients said

    "Hi all, I was diagnosed with telogen effluvium about 2 months after starting sema microdose. All labs normal, modest weight loss but meg my goal. I’ve been on the sema for 5 months and am still losing hair and am at the point that I’d rather gain back the 8 pounds and have my hair back. Anyone have any info on how quickly their TE stopped after discontinuing a GLP-1? Thanks!"

    Patient · GLP-1, 5 months

    ⚠️

    If you are experiencing persistent hair loss, it's important to discuss it with your healthcare provider to understand the cause and potential solutions.

    These are patient-reported experiences, not medical advice. Always consult your prescriber for decisions about your treatment.

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