Can a drug like Ozempic help treat addictions to alcohol, opioids or other substances?

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Can a drug like Ozempic help treat addictions to alcohol, opioids or other substances?

Gladskikh Tatiana/ShutterstockHundreds of thousands of people worldwide are taking drugs like Ozempic to lose weight. But what do we actually know about them? This month, The Conversation’s experts explore their rise, impact and potential consequences. Semaglutide (sold as Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus) was initially developed to treat diabetes. It works by stimulating the production of insulin to keep blood sugar levels in check. This type of …