If you have any thyroid issues, consult your doctor before starting GLP-1 treatment
Available under brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, this medication works by mimicking a natural hormone in your body called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), which helps regulate hunger and blood sugar levels
Semaglutide works primarily by helping you eat less, which creates a calorie deficit
The study, published today in The American Journal of Psychiatry, evaluated the oral formulation of semaglutide, which may be more acceptable for people with AUD than the injectable formulations previously tested for AUD
GLP-1 receptor agonists are medications that mimic this hormones function, leading to reduced hunger, slower gastric emptying, and improved insulin response