ALCOHOLISM -- TreatmentCLINICAL trialsUNITED States. Food &Drug AdministrationReports on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval received by Lipha Pharmaceutical for its drug acamprosate for the treatment of alcohol-dependent individuals seeking to remain alcohol-free after cessation of drinking....
A team of chemists from HSE University and the Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry used molecular modeling to find out that two medications that have been known for a long time can be used tofight SARS-CoV-2. These are disulfiram, which is used to treat alcoholism, and neratinib, an e...
Naltrexone is an FDA-approved medication for those looking to reduce or stop drinking alcohol, and Disulfiram is an FDA-approved medication for those looking to stop drinking alcohol. What’s the difference between naltrexone and disulfiram? While both medications can be prescribed to treat alcohol ...
A recent study byNational Institutes of Healthresearchers and their colleagues suggests that a medication used to treat heart issues and high blood pressure may also be useful in treating alcohol use disorder. The study presents convergent evidence from mice and rat trials, as well as a human coh...
Even some psychiatric medications, like some sleep aids and medications to treat alcoholism and anxiety, can contribute to the development of depression. Other mental health conditions: Many mental health conditions or developmental disabilities are associated with depression, as well. Individuals with ...
Even some psychiatric medications, like some sleep aids and medications to treat alcoholism and anxiety, can contribute to the development of depression. Other mental health conditions: Many mental health conditions or developmental disabilities are associated with depression, as well. Individuals with ...
to increased alcohol consumption. The current study sought to expand this line of research by testing spironolactone, amedicationwith multiple actions, including blockingmineralocorticoid receptors. Spironolactone is used in clinical practice as a diuretic and to treat conditions like heart problems and ...
A new study found that disulfiram, a drug used to treat chronic alcoholism, can safely reduce anxiety levels in rodents.
In addition to causing myriad health problems, injury and death, the harmful use of alcohol contributes to significant social and economic loss for individuals, families, and society. A new study has found that medication used to treat skin conditions might effectively combat problem drinking. ...
Medication assisted therapy helps with alcoholism by reducing the craving for alcohol. It also reduces the withdrawal symptoms that are commonly felt after quitting drinking. In some cases, medications also are used as an alcohol deterrent, meaning they make drinking less pleasant, or even make you...