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Can you drink alcohol on Vivitrol or will you get sick?

Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on March 26, 2025.

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Can you drink alcohol on Vivitrol or will you get sick?

It depends on whether you are taking Vivitrol for opioid or alcohol dependence.

If you are on Vivitrol for opioid dependence

If you are on Vivitrol for alcohol dependence then it is a little more complicated.

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If you drink alcohol while on Vivitrol will you get sick?

Vivitrol is used to reduce cravings in alcohol and drug dependence, as it blocks the feeling of pleasure that you get when you use drugs or drink alcohol.

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