Medications that have transformed the treatment of obesity may also help people drink less alcohol, according to new government-funded research.
The study was small — just 48 adults — and lasted just over two months, so it’s not the final word. Experts say it’s not yet clear how safe these drugs are for people who don’t need to lose weight. Also read | Magic shots for weight loss? Why everyone’s talking about these drugs; know health benefits and risks
But the results add to evidence from animal studies and reports that people are finding drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy helpful to manage cravings, not just for food, but also for tobacco and alcohol. Scientists are studying these…