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.

A new study suggests that semaglutide, a drug commonly used for diabetes and obesity, may also help reduce alcohol consumption.

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,

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