Why do I feel less interested in drinking alcohol on Wegovy?

Wegovy can reduce your interest in alcohol because it affects the brain in ways that lower the desire to drink. This happens as part of how the medication works for weight loss by influencing appetite and reward signals. Many people notice this change while using the drug.

Key points:

  • Medication affects brain reward pathways to reduce alcohol desire.
  • Reduced overall appetite contributes to less interest in drinking.
  • Psychological shifts from feeling fuller lower cravings for alcohol.

This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.