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Who pays for these drugs?
Currently, these medications are primarily prescribed for weight management and type 2 diabetes. In the UK, their availability on the NHS for weight loss is quite restricted, often requiring specific criteria. If they gain approval for treating heavy drinking, it could open up new funding discussions and access routes, but that's a long way off.
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