www.pharmacytimes.com News|Articles|October 14, 2025 GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Show Promise Across Alcohol, Opioid, and Tobacco Use Disorders Author(s) Kennedy Ferruggia, Assistant Editor Listen 0:00 / 4:56 Key Takeaways GLP-1 receptor agonists may treat alcohol and substance use disorders by modulating addiction-related neurobiological pathways, reducing cravings and substance use
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