There is currently no official, established link between Wegovy (semaglutide) and changes in libido or sexual function based on the drug's Summary of Product Characteristics or major clinical trial data
They found that GLP-1 users had a 37% higher risk of alopecia than those taking SGLT-2 inhibitors, and a 68% higher risk compared with those using DPP-4 inhibitors
For example, an animal study of full-length thymosin beta-4 found differences in wound repair within the first week
Patients also report severe abdominal pain, dizziness, and a sensation of extreme fullness even when the stomach is empty
Posted July 12, 2026 Reviewed by Jessica Schrader Key points GLP-1 RAs affect more than appetite for food: they can reduce your appetite for alcohol, drugs, and even sex
Selenium supplementation and the effects on reproductive outcomes, biomarkers of nflammation, and oxidative stress in women with polycystic ovary syndrome