For years, people taking Ozempic or other drugs in the same class for diabetes and weight loss have noticed the medicines don’t just curb their desire to eat; for some, they also lead them to drink less alcohol.

It’s possible that GLP-1s may be useful for a range of substance use disorders, including opioid use disorder and nicotine use disorder, Varisco says. The medication may even be helpful in treating sex disorders and eating disorders, Dr. Sarhan says.

A breakthrough study reveals that semaglutide, found in Ozempic and Wegovy, could help reduce alcohol cravings and heavy drinking episodes in adults.

People using semaglutide for diabetes or weight loss have also reported experiencing a reduced desire for alcohol. A new study confirms there's likely something to the anecdotes, with a staggering 30 percent reduction in alcohol consumption per drinking day for those given the medication,