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What are your thoughts on naltrexone?
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NALTREXONE: Naltrexone can be very effective for treating alcohol addiction in combination with psychotherapy and AA.
Answered 7/23/2020
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Naltrexone: Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist. It has to be taken to be effective. It is an adjunct treatment - not a stand alone. Recommend that it be combined with 12 step programs and/or psychotherapy for treatment of severe opioid &/or alcohol use disorders. It can be very beneficial.
Answered 7/23/2020
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