Ozempic is often used to treat type 2 diabetes, but may also lower the risk of cannabis use disorder
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People prescribed Ozempic or Wigovy are less likely to develop cannabis use disorder or have their symptoms relapse than those taking other diabetes or obesity medications, and the popular It has been suggested that injections may be able to treat cannabis addiction.
Ozempic and Wegovy are brand names for semaglutide, a drug that reduces appetite and regulates blood sugar levels. It is now regularly prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Source: www.newscientist.com
