Naltrexone Side Effects Naltrexone is generally well tolerated, but like all medications, it has the potential to cause side effects. The frequency of serious side effects is very low. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal, including upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The frequency of side effects is below: nausea [...]
Naltrexone and Lactose Intolerance If you have lactose intolerance, you should be aware that lactose monohydrate is an inactive ingredient in naltrexone. Monosaccharides are simple sugars that include glucose, fructose, and galactose. These simple sugars unite to create disaccharides, such as sucrose and lactose. Lactose is derived from the Latin word [...]
Why Isn't the Sinclair Method Used More Often? I am often asked why Naltrexone is not prescribed more often for Alcohol Use Disorders, given that it is: FDA-Approved for Alcohol Dependence (since 1994) Generally well-tolerated (upset stomach is the most common side effect) Inexpensive (about $1.25/pill out of pocket). One [...]
Gabapentin for Alcoholism Gabapentin was originally approved by the FDA to treat seizure disorders. It has also been found to be effective for a number of disorders in neurology (neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, restless leg syndrome) and psychiatry (insomnia, anxiety disorders). In recent years, evidence has been mounting for its effectiveness [...]
Gabapentin for Sleep Gabapentin (Neurontin) increases slow-wave sleep and is a safe, effective treatment for insomnia. It is a widely prescribed medication in neurology and psychiatry. In neurology, it is used for seizures, neuropathic pain, migraines, and restless legs syndrome. In psychiatry, it is used for insomnia, anxiety, and alcohol dependence. It is [...]
Naltrexone and Alcohol Dependence: The Role of Subject Compliance Background: Two previous double-blind, placebo-controlled studies demonstrated that naltrexone (50 mg/d) reduces alcohol drinking in alcohol-dependent subjects. In both studies, treatment compliance was excellent. However, a robust treatment effect size for naltrexone relative to placebo has been shown for compliant subjects but [...]
