In episode 48 we discuss the association between semaglutide and alcohol use disorder. 

Wang, W., Volkow, N.D., Berger, N.A. et al. Associations of semaglutide with incidence and recurrence of alcohol use disorder in real-world population. Nat Commun 15, 4548 (2024). 

The Journal of Addiction Medicine: The Efficacy of GLP-1 Agonists in Treating Substance Use Disorder in Patients 

We also discuss THC products that look like candy, a good podcast on targeted naltrexone, and perioperative opioids. 

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