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Ozempic helps to reduce alcohol consumption and even smoking, new study finds

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Scientists at the University of Southern California monitored 48 people with alcohol use disorder.

Ozempic and other semaglutide drugs reduce cravings for alcohol.

The drugs, best known for their use in weight loss and diabetes treatment, also appeared to reduce how many cigarettes people smoked.

The injections were more effective than existing medications used to treat drinking problems.

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