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Volkow’s study adds to a growing body of scientific and anecdotal evidence that GLP-1 medications can reduce cravings among people with substance use disorders, including alcohol, tobacco, opioids, cannabis and stimulants.

He says: "There’s only a limited number of factories where these medicines are actually produced. They're stimulants, so there’s also quite a high security standard in these factories and they’re not easy operations to run."

Scientists are still learning about its complex effects, which can range from stimulant to sedative and stem from chemical compounds called alkaloids.

Under the new law, mifepristone and misoprostol will be added to a list comprised of opioids, depressants, and stimulants.

The drugs, mostly stimulants, increase activity in the brain, especially the parts which control attention and behaviour.