Reviewer: continue1, 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I have drank since I was 17 and became an alcoholic. Not able to quit on my own. Now I'm 44 years old and dr. prescribed this medication and I call it a wonder drug. It worked great for me.

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I have drank since I was 17 and became an alcoholic. Not able to quit on my own. Now I'm 44 years old and dr. prescribed this medication and I call it a wonder drug. It worked great for me.
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Reviewer: BilboBaggins, 35-44 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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After 22 years of drinking and now completely unable to control it once starting and having periods where I can finish two bottles of wine plus a little more if necessary, I decided to try the medicinal route to changing things. Therapy and counselling has helped me resolve childhood issues and made me happier in general but this habit of not being able to drink reasonable amounts and relapsing ba ... Show Full Comment

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After 22 years of drinking and now completely unable to control it once starting and having periods where I can finish two bottles of wine plus a little more if necessary, I decided to try the medicinal route to changing things. Therapy and counselling has helped me resolve childhood issues and made me happier in general but this habit of not being able to drink reasonable amounts and relapsing badly after periodic abstinence periods has made life almost unmanageable. Naltrexone has been licensed in the UK for just over a year now for alcohol treatment. Regular GPs (General Physicians) through the NHS (National Health Service) may not know much about it but should be able to point you to an addiction clinic within the NHS system where an addiction counsellor with the guidance of another GP should be able to prescribe it. I took my first pill yesterday evening. After waiting for an hour, I felt a little calm but wanted to try the Sinclair Method by opening a bottle of wine. I must tell you I haven't drank that slowly in ages and I couldn't get past a glass and a half. It seemed pointless after that. I have had no bad side effects. Just a little tired today. I am going to take this pill along with the Sinclair method and see if I can truly break my alcohol addiction. So far things look as good as other people are indicating.
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Reviewer: Berry, 35-44 Male on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)

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It does not work for me.6

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It does not work for me.6
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Reviewer: anon, 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Have no desire to drink, however I feel very funky. I have a slight headache and feel like I would when hungover. Took 50mg. Going to reduce dosage to see if this will eliminate the grogginess. Want to continue,I think the benefits will outweigh the negatives.

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Have no desire to drink, however I feel very funky. I have a slight headache and feel like I would when hungover. Took 50mg. Going to reduce dosage to see if this will eliminate the grogginess. Want to continue,I think the benefits will outweigh the negatives.
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Reviewer: ErikE, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)

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I am a chronic alcoholic and abused alcohol severely for over 25 years. Naltrexone has been a Godsend for me, and I implore you if you are struggling and failing with alcoholism to give this a try. It literally helped save my life. When I take Naltrexone, the desire to drink alcohol is completely gone for me. I mean completely gone. Normally, even in periods of sobriety, I have an overwhelming des ... Show Full Comment

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I am a chronic alcoholic and abused alcohol severely for over 25 years. Naltrexone has been a Godsend for me, and I implore you if you are struggling and failing with alcoholism to give this a try. It literally helped save my life. When I take Naltrexone, the desire to drink alcohol is completely gone for me. I mean completely gone. Normally, even in periods of sobriety, I have an overwhelming desire to drink, and when I start, I cannot stop short of the hospital and urgent sedation to prevent seizures. I know Naltrexone is supposed to inhibit the effect of alcohol if I do drink, but for me, there is just no desire anymore. As great as it is for my life not to be drinking anymore, it is even nicer not living with that awful craving all the time. I have noticed no side effects at all, and in fact don't notice anything except I just don't feel like drinking anymore. This medication truly freed me from misery. Please, please at least give this a try if alcohol is ruining your life like it was mine. I haven't felt like having a drink in over 18 months, and I hope the urge doesn't come back. I've cut my dose in half to save money with no noticeable decrease in effectiveness, but I would go back up if I noticed any decrease in effectiveness. Please give it a shot. It could be a miracle for you. Sincerely, Erik E
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