The 'cuddle chemical' may help treat problem drinking

Pharmaceutical research and production in St Petersburg, Russia

Laboratory rodents in a vivarium of the Dom Farmatsii [Pharmacy House] scientific research and manufacturing association. Source: TASS

A nasal spray of the oxytocin, sometimes known as the 'cuddle chemical' or the 'love drug', may be useful in treating problem drinking. The hormone is mostly known for its role in inducing labour or making people affectionate and form social bonds.



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