Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists may be new treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorder, finds study
Ozempic is one of several medications, called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists or GLP-1 RAs, that are prescribed to treat diabetes, obesity, and other weight-related medical conditions.
Ozempic (and similar medications) may be the new treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorder
A new study published in the scientific journal Addiction has found that people with opioid or alcohol use disorder (OUD, AUD) who take Ozempic or similar medications to treat diabetic/weight-related conditions appear to have a 40% lower rate of opioid overdose and a 50% lower rate of alcohol intoxication than people with OUD and AUD who do not take Ozempic or similar medications.
Ozempic could cut binge drinking and opioid abuse
Ozempic could cut binge drinking and opioid abuse, major research suggests. A US study of more than 800,000 people with a history of alcohol use disorder found those put on the weight-loss jab were half as likely to require hospital treatment as a result of drinking.
Ozempic shows promise for treating alcohol and drug abuse, study finds
The weight-loss drugs are linked with reduced rates of excess drinking and opioid overdoses, suggesting they may tamp down substance use cravings too.
Ozempic may help battle drug and alcohol addiction
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, which also treat diabetes, may help users battling drug and alcohol abuse as well. A study published in the Addiction medical journal Wednesday showed roughy 1.
Scientists Discover Amazing New Benefit of Ozempic: Reducing Alcohol and Opioid Addiction
New research shows that Ozempic and similar drugs reduce opioid overdoses by 40% and alcohol intoxication by 50% in people with substance use disorders. These medications, often prescribed for diabetes and weight issues,
Ozempic could help with opioid and alcohol abuse, new research shows
A new study published Thursday found that groundbreaking weight loss and diabetes medications also combat opioid-use disorder and alcohol misuse disorder. This is the second study this fall to suggest that GLP-1s,
Ozempic Could Be Used to Treat Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Study Finds
In a huge new statistical analysis, researchers have found more evidence than ever that drugs like Ozempic can help curb alcohol and opioid addiction. Published in the journal Addiction, this new study saw researchers from Loyola University Chicago sift through more than 1.
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Weight-Loss Meds Like Wegovy Could Battle Alcoholism
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Ozempic: Weight Loss Drug May Help With Addiction Too
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Risk for Suicidal Ideation, Attempts Down With GLP1-RA Treatment in Teens With Obesity
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