While SSRIs and SNRIs are often the first-line antidepressants for individuals with alcohol use disorder, the choice of medication should be tailored to each person’s specific needs and medical history. Combining antidepressants with medications specifically targeting alcoholism, such as naltrexone or acamprosate, can provide a more comprehensive pharmacological approach. If you or a loved one […]
Aylık Arşivler: Mart 2020
Acetaldehyde is “very toxic to a lot of different tissues,” says Dr. Sarah Wakeman, senior medical director for substance-use disorder at Mass General Brigham. It can damage body parts that are directly involved in alcohol metabolism, such as the liver, pancreas, and brain, as well as DNA itself. Exposure to acetaldehyde can result in DNA […]