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Naltrexone

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nicole36330
nicole36330

Hi all

I have currently just started seeing local alcohol services and they don't prescribe any anti craving drugs.

I previously tried Baclofen which I had some success with but made the mistake of telling my doc and it didn't go down well to say the least do had to stop and to be honest I'm glad I did as I now feel human again but obviously drinking again.

I now have a private prescription for naltrexone and feel u can't tell the powers that be as I think I will get the same reaction and have a gp that refuses to treat me.

The only thing I'm really worrying about is the LFTs that I hear need to be done.The private doctor that prescribed be the script sent a pdf about it and it says that 15 years ago it was prescribed stronger and that was the worry about the strain on the liver but that had now been resolved.But it still is a bit of a worry.Will be picking up the meds on the next day it two

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    nicole36330

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    Saw the doc today at alcohol services and she was very nice and sympathetic.She is going to prescribe me Nalmefene but wants me to have 3 different alcohol free days to make sure I won't have withdrawal symptoms.So I go back in 2 weeks and will get my script.She even wants my hubby to go to her and have him go in it as well!
    • Joanna-SMUKLtd
      Joanna-SMUKLtd nicole36330

      Posted

      This is good news, Nicole!  Very pleased for you and well done for being so determined.
    • RHGB
      RHGB nicole36330

      Posted

      Turns out alright in the end. One of the reasons she would like your husband to go as well, is the two of you should give each other moral support, so if one is having a low point, the other should pick them up.
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