Semaglutide injections, in particular, are commonly prescribed for these purposes
The product contains hyaluronic acid, biotin, and plant-based ingredients to nourish and strengthen hair follicles
Rare but serious risks include allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis in very rare cases), liver stress with prolonged high-dose use, and excessive skin lightening with unregulated dosing
Of the 12 medications studied, seven are single agonists of GLP-1, four are dual agonists (including tirzepatide and three investigational agents that act on the GLP-1 and glucagon pathways), and one (retatrutide) is a triple agonist of the GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon pathways
Weight loss with oral semaglutide 14 mg, the highest approved dose, is approximately 8% to 10% of body weight over a similar time frame where injectable semaglutide achieves 15%