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GLP-1 Medications May Slow Alcohol Absorption, Study Finds

10/18/2025

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A Virginia Tech study finds GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may slow alcohol absorption.
In a controlled trial with 20 adults, participants on GLP-1s showed slower alcohol absorption and felt less intoxicated.
Researchers attribute the effect to delayed gastric emptying, reducing the intensity of the alcohol experience.
Because the study is small, researchers plan further work to see if GLP-1s reduce cravings and aid treatment.

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Story summary

A Virginia Tech study finds GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may slow alcohol absorption.
In a controlled trial with 20 adults, participants on GLP-1s showed slower alcohol absorption and felt less intoxicated.
Researchers attribute the effect to delayed gastric emptying, reducing the intensity of the alcohol experience.
Because the study is small, researchers plan further work to see if GLP-1s reduce cravings and aid treatment.