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Semaglutide shows promise in reducing cravings for alcohol, heavy drinking The blockbuster drug semaglutide, better known as Ozempic for diabetes and Wegovy for obesity, could also help people cut down on their alcohol intake, according to new research led by Christian Hendershot, PhD, first author of the study, professor of Population and Public Health Sciences and director of Clinical Research at USC Institute for Addiction Science, and Klara Klein, MD, PhD, senior author, assistant professor at the Department of Medicines Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the UNC School of Medicine

As with all drugs, they are not without risk, and anyone considering these medications should have a thorough discussion with their doctor to weigh potential benefits and side effects

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Even though most patients tolerate Ozempic well, we still monitor for any side effects, such nausea or gastrointestinal distress, and we encourage open communication with our healthcare providers

The University of Copenhagen, where the analysis occurred, and Statistics Denmark (project number 707278) hold utilization data approval from the Regional Capital Area Data Protection Agency

the body may absorb fewer vitamins and minerals from food