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Q: How long does it take to see weight loss results
In fact, there are currently physicians prescribing GLP-1s off-label to treat SUD and other forms of addiction (Conley, 2025)
Have not found success with traditional medications or prefer a more holistic approach
Elevated levels of liver enzymes gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) can indicate liver damage, as can elevated serum bilirubin (a breakdown product of the red blood cell component hemoglobin normally cleared by a healthy liver)
This suggests that these medications could play a role in breaking addictive cycles , potentially aiding in the treatment of substance use disorders and binge-eating behaviors (Hayes & Schmidt, 2016)