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Back to EpisodesBeyond Weight Loss: Can Semaglutide Treat Alcohol Use Disorder?
Published 6 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
In this episode, we explore a surprising new contender in the fight against alcohol use disorder — semaglutide. Could the blockbuster weight-loss drug also curb heavy drinking? We examine the first randomized controlled trial testing this GLP-1 receptor agonist specifically for AUD.
Faculty: David A. Gorelick, M.D., Ph.D., D.L.F.A.P.A., F.A.S.A.M.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.