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Alcohol use disorder — ABFM Board MCQ

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ModerateMental healthAlcohol use disorderABFM Board

A 34-year-old man drinks 8 beers nightly and wants to cut down. He has no opioid use, severe liver disease, or acute withdrawal. He asks about medication to reduce relapse. Which of the following would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: B — Begin naltrexone if no contraindication

Naltrexone is an evidence-based medication for alcohol use disorder and reduces heavy drinking when no contraindication exists. Medication works best with counselling, monitoring, and treatment of comorbidities.

Reference: American Society of Addiction Medicine Alcohol Use Disorder Guidance