Medical Treatments Minoxidil: Dermatologists widely recommend this treatment for accelerating regrowth Works as a vasodilator, increasing blood flow to follicles Provides additional oxygen and nutrients that promote hair growth Available over-the-counter in 2% (women) and 5% (men and women) formulations Typically applied twice daily to the scalp Requires 3-6 months of consistent use to see results Safe to use with GLP-1 medications Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT): Certain LLLT devices are cleared by the FDA for pattern hair loss May help accelerate regrowth in telogen effluvium Home devices available (laser caps, combs) Requires consistent use 3-4 times weekly Advanced Medical Interventions Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): Dermatologists recommend PRP scalp injections to promote hair growth
A body composition substudy of the Phase 2 diabetes trial, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology in 2025, used DXA scans to measure changes in fat and lean mass in 189 participants
Enhanced Recovery & Resilience Glycine supports cellular repair, glutathione production, and mitochondrial healthcritical during caloric restriction
Saran A, Kumari P, Arya K, Sharma S, Paliwal S (2024) Key modifiers of glucose metabolism associated diseases (GMADs): a mini review
History of pancreatitis: Semaglutide has been shown to increase the risk of pancreatitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the pancreas