What helps nausea from GLP-1 medications is a common concern for patients starting semaglutide, liraglutide, dulaglutide, or tirzepatide for type 2 diabetes or weight management
GLP-1 receptor agonists work by mimicking the action of naturally occurring GLP-1, a hormone that stimulates insulin secretion in response to food intake, suppresses glucagon release, slows gastric emptying, and promotes satiety
Van't Veer A, Bechtholt AJ, Onvani S, Potter D, Wang Y, Liu-Chen LY, et al
These medications work similarly to the naturally existing hormone
The hair loss associated with GLP-1 agonists is primarily linked to a condition called telogen effluvium a form of temporary, diffuse hair shedding triggered by physical or physiological stress on the body