# Do GLP-1 weight-loss drugs cause significant hair loss?

The Guardian Health examines whether patients taking GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy experience notable hair loss. Rapid weight loss and reduced calorie intake are known to trigger temporary shedding, and regulators have listed hair loss among possible side effects. The piece weighs the evidence for how common and how serious the problem actually is.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Health
- [The Guardian Health](https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2026/sep/27/glp-1s-hair-loss) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:00:08 GMT