Use of Naltrexone in a Clinical Setting
Alcoholism
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Alcoholism
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Meets criteria for alcohol dependence (within the past 3 months). Meets criteria for another substance use disorder (except narcotic dependence) but must identify alcohol as the primary substance of abuse. Must be able to provide an informed consent. Consent to random assignment and be willing to commit to possible medication treatment and research follow-up. Must be eligible for treatment at the Dorchester Alcohol and Drug Commission. Exclusion Criteria: Meets criteria for opiate dependence. Clinically significant medical problems such as collagen-vascular disease, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal or endocrine problem that would impair participation or limit medication ingestion. Hepatocellular disease. Women who are pregnant, nursing, or not practicing an effective means of birth control. Currently being prescribed naltrexone. Known sensitivity or allergy to naltrexone.
Sites / Locations
- Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs, Medical University of South Carolina