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Naltrexone is a medication that blocks the effects of drugs known as opioids. It competes with these drugs for opioid receptors in the brain. It was originally used to treat dependence on opioid drugs but has recently been approved as treatment for alcoholism.
In clinical trials evaluating the effectiveness of naltrexone, patients who received naltrexone were twice as successful in remaining abstinent and in avoiding relapse as patients who received placebo-an inactive pill. Naltrexone, in conjunction with recovery program support, significantly enhances the ability to achieve positive recovery results.
Naltrexone Facts:
* Within one hour of ingestion, the craving, the desire, the need to drink alcohol will be drastically reduced or eliminated entirely.
* Also significantly reduces the probability of relapse.
* Can be effectively used in an out patient program.
* Is not habit forming, and does not cause physiological or psychological dependence.
* Does not cause adverse physical reaction to alcohol consumption.
* Is well tolerated by the vast majority of individuals with few or no side effects.
* Eliminates the euphoric high associated with alcohol consumption.
* Significantly reduces tolerance to alcohol consumption.
* Relieves the stress and anxiety normally associated with alcohol withdrawal.
* Recommended period of medication compliance: 90 to 180 days.
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