Popping a pill can help some alcoholics curb drinking
Friday, December 17, 2010 - 14:30
in Health & Medicine
A little-used medication can help treat alcoholism, an updated review of studies confirms. The medication naltrexone -- brand names are Depade and ReVia -- when combined with counseling or interventions like Alcoholics Anonymous, were found to help cut the risk of heavy drinking in patients who are dependent on alcohol.