Sophia Umansky, 25, Shares Shocking Hair Loss After Using Mounjaro for Weight Loss

Kyle Richards’ daughter says she may be bald in a week after months on the popular weight-loss drug.

Sophia Umansky is getting real about an unexpected side effect from taking Mounjaro—a medication that’s taken social media by storm for its powerful weight-loss results.

In a TikTok video shared on April 30, the 25-year-old daughter of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards and real estate mogul Mauricio Umansky revealed that she’s been using the Type 2 diabetes drug for four months to lose weight — but now she’s losing her hair too.

“At the rate I’m shedding, I’ll be bald in a week,” Sophia said, holding up strands of her hair in disbelief.

What Is Mounjaro?

Mounjaro, also known as tirzepatide or Zepbound, is an FDA-approved drug for managing blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes. However, it’s increasingly being prescribed off-label for weight loss thanks to its appetite-suppressing and fat-burning effects.

The drug works by mimicking hormones in the gut to regulate hunger and insulin — but some users are now reporting unexpected side effects, including significant hair loss.

Is Hair Loss a Common Side Effect of Tirzepatide?

Although not officially listed as a primary side effect, doctors say hair loss from weight-loss medications like tirzepatide may be linked to rapid changes in weight and nutrition. The medical term is telogen effluvium, a temporary condition where more hairs than usual enter the shedding phase due to bodily stress.

“It’s literally everywhere — my brush, my shower, my pillow,” Sophia said in the viral video.

She added that while she still has a lot of hair, the volume of hair she’s losing is “dramatic.”

Fans Are Concerned — But Sophia Keeps Her Humor

Sophia’s video quickly racked up views, with followers expressing concern over the side effects. Some advised her to consult a doctor or take supplements, while others related to her experience.

Despite the alarming hair loss, Sophia ended her message with humor:

“If I go bald, I’ll just rock a wig — or hats. Lots of hats.”

Key Takeaways:

• Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a diabetes drug used off-label for weight loss.

• Hair loss can occur as a side effect due to rapid weight loss or hormonal changes.

• Sophia Umansky is one of several young adults sharing their experiences with weight-loss drugs on TikTok.