Which of the following is used to maintain abstinence in alcohol dependence
Naltrexone (oral opioid receptor antagonist) probably interferes with alcohol-induced reinforcement by blocking opioid receptors., helping in maintaining alcohol abstinence. Ref: Sho textbook of Psychiatry by Niraj Ahuja 7th editon, page 42. Disulfiram also helps in alcohol abstinence but through its unpleasant reactions to alcohol intake.
Naltrexone
Clonidine
Disulfiram
Naloxone
Substance abuse