Psychiatry Flashcards
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Q
What are biological treatments that can be used for alcohol use disorder?
A
Naltrexone (opioid antagonist) - helps to reduce cravings after someone has quit
acamprosate (GABA agonist/glutamate antagonist) - helps to reduce cravings after someone has quit
Disulfiram (aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor) - adverse effects with alcohol consumption
