Naltrexone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Roa...
• March 27, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "For 8 years I have consumed on average 90-120 drinks per week (i.e. a drink being a beer or glass of wine or 1.5 ounces of hard liquor). Within 6 weeks on Naltrexone, the number dropped to 60. After 3 months, it is at 30 drinks per week. Next target is 15 drinks, the 'safe' normal limit. Then onto nothing. It works. Don't cheat... take it 1 hour before drinking and see a psychologist specialized in addiction too. Naltrexone is not a silver bullet, but is part of the arsenal to combat alcohol dependency."

• gig...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 21, 2012

For Fibromyalgia "This medication reduced my fibromyalgia pain and some other symptoms significantly more than any of the other medications or combination of treatments usually prescribed for fibromyalgia. Initial side effects easily managed by starting at a very low dose."

• tru...
• November 3, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I am 24 years old and I became an alcoholic about 4 years ago. I became a bartender at a fancy restaurant, and everything totally went south because of that. The place pays awfully well so I could never leave it at the time. It was so easy to get my hands on any booze I wanted from there. I found myself getting in bar fights, totaling my truck, and a severe weight gain (60 pounds). When I drink, it's usually 7 doubles, 4 beers, and 3 shots of tequila in 2-3 hrs. I started naltrexone a month ago, and I've been sober since. I cannot believe that it lets me handle alcohol all night and not let me get cravings for it. I've been waking up at 7 am vs. 12 pm every morning now. This medicine really works, I feel great and have more $$"

• CLa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 28, 2019

Naltrexone for Alcohol Use Disorder "This Vivitrol shot has literally saved my life. If only it had been available 10 years sooner. I have almost 2 years sober now with no cravings whatsoever. It's like it just shut the alcohol switch off in my brain. The only side effect is that on a couple of occasions, I've noticed some slight dizziness."

• Fee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 26, 2016

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I started drinking 10 years ago, and drank 10-15 per day. After 30 days on Naltrexone, I've had 2 beers, the last 3 weeks ago. What the drug did was take away any 'reward' from alcohol, so drinking a beer is no different from drinking a cup of tea. In this way, it gave me the choice back. I didn't think I'd ever be able to quit, and suddenly drinking is no longer interesting to me. I had some minor side effects for the first week, including loss of appetite, restlessness, and a little nausea - but all of those subsided quickly. I am sober for the first time in my adult life and I can't believe how much better it is. If you know you need to break up with alcohol, look into naltrexone, it changed my life."

• Fre...
• February 26, 2020

For Alcohol Use Disorder "As a daily drinker with increasing consumption for many years, I tried to cut back but could never make it past a few days without drinking again. I love to drink, and I knew shame would keep me from 'quitting' drinking, even if I could. I would never go to AA. Naltrexone put an immediate cap on my consumption. Three months in, I still drink most nights, but it just cuts off after two drinks or so. I spent a long time building this habit, and good wine still tastes delicious, so I still enjoy it and the routine is there. But I'm a moderate drinker now, and I think if what I've read is correct, I may be soon reaching a stage where cravings reduce even more, and I will be able to move toward situational versus habitual drinking. At first, the fatigue was extreme, and I contended with something similar to a 'sour' stomach that I'd encounter if I ate really spicy food. That's gone. Try MD Proactiv if you are ready to try but can't muster the courage to ask your doctor."

• Kim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2025

For Fibromyalgia "I had tried LDN twice over 20 years, once at 2 mg then at 0.5 mg. Both doses were intolerable due to insomnia. I recently learned of ultra low dose naltrexone-compounded of course. I started about 10 days ago at 1 microgram (1/1000 of a milligram or a millionth of a gram) and just upped to 2 mcg. I am getting relief already and ultra LDN (1-100 mcg) is actually encouraged with opiates (I have a painful surgery coming up), and ULND makes opiates work better while decreasing side effects like constipation....fingers crossed. For those who tried higher doses, I recommend trying these really low doses. I am learning that microdoses work better for me with most meds now. Some of us are built that way, I suppose, and a lifetime of doctors being disappointed that I couldn't take a 'therapeutic' dose of anything is just hooey. A therapeutic dose is as individual as we are, so don't think you have to fit into the data charts. Those doses are for science, not for individual needs."

• New...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2013

For Alcohol Use Disorder "Took my first Naltrexone pill yesterday. Waited for an hour and felt calm. Decided to try the Sinclair Method by opening a bottle of wine. I never drank so slowly in my life and could not go past a glass and a half. This has not happened to me in over 10 years. I can down 2 bottles of wine plus more on a daily basis, yet yesterday I experienced something so different. I threw away the rest of the wine. I am going to use this for a year and see if I can break out of the habit. It has been prescribed in the UK for alcohol treatment for over a year now and addiction clinics can prescribe them under some guidance."

• Ton...
• February 26, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I've been a heavy alcohol dependent for 20 years, been in detox counselors all that. Until 34 days ago, being the 4th day sober, I went to the docs, he supplied naltrexone. Still sober, I'm also on antidepressants and diazepam for anxiety. I don't crave, the thought of drinking makes me feel sick. You have to want to give up honestly, and like everything else, if you follow your plan, it will work. I feel strong and powerful being sober! Good luck all."

• Di7...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2020

For Fibromyalgia "I just started low dose naltrexone 1.5 for fibromyalgia (FM). I immediately saw a difference. No more body pain. At first I thought, could I just be having a good week without much pain? But after two weeks, I can't believe how good I feel. For 6 years, I was in pain every day. I took Motrin every day, until I had an AFib episode. Now I can't take any NSAIDs. I'm so happy my doctor prescribed me this. I feel like I'm 40 again. I'm now 54, and I suffered for 6 years, not knowing what was wrong with me."

• Pau...
• October 20, 2015

Naltrexone for Opioid Use Disorder "I have been a heavy opiate user for 15 years. I did have years staying 'clean' using Suboxone, but once I got divorced, I became depressed and relapsed. My addiction took off, and I ended up using IV heroin. At that point, trying to go back and use Suboxone to stay clean was impossible. It took an overdose and a 30-day treatment to make the decision to get the injection, and it saved my life. Best drug in the world. I know people have fears of breaking a bone or being in severe pain while being on a long-lasting opiate blocker, but as a paramedic, there is one opiate narcotic that will not be blocked by Vivitrol... I won't tell you which, but all docs and paramedics know... so have no fear, DO IT! I have never been happier."

• Pal...
• March 9, 2019

Naltrexone for Alcohol Use Disorder "I've struggled with alcoholism for 10 years. Vivitrol was suggested before but I couldn't afford it. I was able to find a clinic that got a federal grant for Vivitrol. The first 4-5 days I was tired, leg cramps up through my buttocks (felt like the flu), hip and ankle pain, irritable, sad, nauseous. Side effects eventually went away after 1 week. Cravings have been minimal to non-existent. Yesterday I was irritable; had a bad day at work which triggered me. Decided what the hell and see if the drug really did take away that feel-good feeling. I drank about half the amount I usually do and it didn't do anything other than the physical side effects. I ended up pouring the rest out and went to bed. This is a miracle! I am so grateful! Looking forward to continuing using it for this year while I complete my 12 steps in the AA program so I will not only be physically healthy, but mentally and spiritually too! THANK YOU VIVITROL AND THANK YOU TO MY CLINIC AND GRANT MONEY!"

• Eld...
• October 16, 2016

For Fibromyalgia "I have been slowly increasing my LDN for fibromyalgia for the last several weeks. It has provided better relief than the Fentanyl 100 mcg that I had been on for years! Very hopeful that I will find my optimal dose and feel even better. I have had pain relief and an increase in energy. It caused insomnia, though, so I changed the dose to the a.m. with no drowsiness noted."

• hap...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 6, 2015

Naltrexone for Opioid Use Disorder "Vivitrol is amazing. My daughter just received her 9th shot, and my son his 3rd shot. Before this shot, my kids' only worry was their next high. Today they are enjoying life as college students! We tried other options like Suboxone & Zubsolve, as well as several rehabs. It always ended after 60 or 90 days with relapse. This shot has allowed my 2 youngest (19 & 21) a chance at a real life. They tell me they have no cravings, and the best part is that it's not a daily choice to take a medicine. They only have to make the decision once a month. Of course, they are using the Vivitrol along with A LOT of counseling. The hardest part for the addict is to stay clean the 7 days prior."

• Anonymous
• July 17, 2016

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I am a professional woman with a wonderful family and amazing career in the health sciences field but I have struggled for years with alcohol (more than 20 years, in fact). I always convinced myself I could drink 1-2 glasses and then would finish up somewhere beyond 8. I missed work and family gatherings due to hangovers. I have tried so many different therapies, but the only one that has worked is Naltrexone. I started only 5 days ago, and the nagging ache and desire to drink is gone. I can't believe it. Please don't hesitate to see your doctor and talk about it. I just didn't know I could feel like this, and I am hopeful it will last. I wish you well in your search for recovery."

• Tox...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 14, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "Today is day 34 of not drinking. I am in love with this naltrexone pill. The side effects were rough at first, but they disappeared later. I also take gabapentin for nerve damage from a suicide attempt years back. The naltrexone and gabapentin together have stopped most of my cravings, and I'm in an abusive situation right now and am working on safely leaving, so triggers are around every corner for me. I've even noticed that the abuse from my parents is becoming even less triggering for a craving. I rewired my thoughts to feel disgust when thinking or seeing or tasting alcohol to aid me when the naltrexone just can't fight my brain's urge to cope unhealthily with the garbage I am forced to deal with daily. But with all that I deal with, this pill is incredibly effective. I recommend naltrexone to EVERYONE with alcohol/opioid dependencies. It is awesome and worth going through the side effects at first. It gets way, way, way better."

• Pdl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 15, 2019

For Fibromyalgia "I was so looking forward to starting naltrexone for my fibromyalgia and hoping to eventually get off my steroid, Aleve, azathioprine, and gabapentin. But I began to gradually feel worse with joint and muscle pain on the 1.5 mg dose. After 2 weeks, when I increased to 3 mg, widespread pain was off the chart, I lay in bed at night moaning and crying in pain. I stopped it the next day and have been feeling better. I am thinking about restarting at 1 mg and taking it in the daytime instead of PM. I am so very disappointed...."

• Ski...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2017

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I was a heavy drinker from the time I was 15 or so until I was 27 and found Naltrexone. If I wasn't at work or asleep, I was drinking. Actually, sometimes I drank at work. Many ruined relationships and scrapes with death as well as law enforcement. As hard as it was, I stayed sober for 6 whole days before I started the medicine. From the moment I took the first pill, it was gone. I was no longer an alcoholic. They say that once a drunk, always a drunk. I'm living proof that is false. I took Naltrexone for 6 months and never looked back. I'm 39 now. Naltrexone changed and saved my life. Thank you!"

• pis...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 7, 2012

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I discovered in 1984, Naltrexone was available in the USA. I am Australian. I started social drinking at 19 years old. Became totally alcohol dependent at 24 years old. In and out of trouble with the law. Many episodes of detox. AA did not work for me. Finally, a hospital in 2000 allowed me into their limited detox unit. I read literature on Naltrexone for drug addicts and alcoholics. I asked the doctors if we could try this Naltrexone as nothing has ever worked. Willpower - no. Detox on many occasions - no. Relationships broken due to my alcoholism. Finally, in November 2000, I was first given 50mg in detox. Out of the hospital, I drank on the side and became so ill! August 2001, that was it! I'm 62 years old now. Wish Naltrexone was available when I was 24 years old. Sober now since August 2001."

• Mr ...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 2, 2016

Naltrexone for Opioid Use Disorder "I started Vivitrol in January 2015 after getting an OUI Drugs & a heroin possession charge because I knew I needed to stop using, but I didn't really want to. Between January and April, I got my monthly shot but I still tried to use every now and then (but I couldn't get high). My insurance was cancelled in May, so I took the opportunity to get high. I ended up getting another OUI & spent a month in jail till my next court date. I went straight from court to my doctor's office to get an injection and I've gotten one every 28 days since (07/15 - 07/16). I'm not sure how Vivitrol affected my cravings because my first time on it, the thought of giving up heroin was devastating to me. Now I can't believe how much time I wasted getting high. LOVE VIVITROL!!"

• jjm...
• March 21, 2018

For Alcohol Use Disorder "This has saved my life! I'm a 33-year-old and have had an alcohol dependence since I was in my 20s. I can't tell you the messes I've been in while drunk. I've lied to myself that I had it under control or that I could stop at any time. It's a lie. There was no 'off' switch for me, there is no having just one drink. My life revolved around my next drink. I'd sit at work all day waiting to leave so I could race home for my first drink. On weekends, I'd wake up hungover and just start drinking again. I've ruined relationships, all because of alcohol. I've been on this for a month and I haven't had ONE DRINK. It's amazing, and I find myself crying out of happiness! My life has been saved by this drug, and yours can be too! Don't give up hope, I nearly did. I haven't experienced any side effects of this medication. The cravings just aren't there, it's so weird! I'm learning how to live a life without alcohol, it's weird and like my life has started over again. Please don't be afraid to try this!"

• Ron...
• September 13, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "This medication, naltrexone, has been nothing short of a godsend for me and my drinking problem. I tried to quit alcohol for 10 years with AA and other methods, including a stint inpatient. Nothing worked. This medication finally worked for me, and I have been sober for a year, not sure why it took so long for me to find this medication. I know some methods work for some and not for others. You must take it every day, even before you are going to take a drink, for it to be successful. Alcohol starts to feel and taste like soap water that fills you up, and you feel buzzed, but just not the same euphoria the alcoholic gets from that first drink. My anxiety went away about 6 months sober, so I do not need to drink anymore. Loving life and thankful to the inventors of naltrexone. Gratefulness, thankfulness, and less selfishness also learned in AA and through treatment eventually helped too, but it takes some time to get there. Use both treatment and this medication. Why limit yourself?"

• mce...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "Been fighting mild alcohol dependence, binge drinking, for a number of years and heard about naltrexone. I took it for a bit last year using the Sinclair method with some success but I wasn't disciplined and under some abnormal life stresses, I lost my path. I have again taken it up in the last two months and my alcohol consumption has reduced by 2/3rds. No hangover in 2 months, which is miraculous. I get the urge to drink a couple of times a week, usually after a stressful day at work. I take the pill, wait an hour, and start drinking a beer. Midway through the second beer, the desire to continue drinking has gone. Some nausea but much preferable to alcohol effects. If you are a borderline alcoholic, it can work wonders."

• Anonymous
• April 12, 2008

Naltrexone for Opioid Use Disorder "As a chronic relapsing opiate addict, Vivitrol has been an excellent medication to aid my recovery. I have not noticed many side effects, if any. Basically, it eliminates my cravings for opiates and alcohol and provides good mental assurance knowing that if I do use opiates, I will get no effect from them."

• SDO...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 31, 2017

For Alcohol Use Disorder "This is seriously amazing, I will always remember the day I took it. I had a moment of realization that the craving had gone, the constant battle in my head had stopped. I was a heavy habitual binge drinker. The only thing I would say is you have to want to quit drinking or there is no point. Take it daily. I took it thinking I could still have a drink if I wanted one if the craving got too much, but in all honesty, I just don't want to drink. I would have to force myself, I think?! 5 weeks in and I haven't drunk, no stress or anxiety, I've been around alcohol, parties, bars and I just don't want it. It's brilliant! Early side effects of dizziness and nausea, odd dreams but that passes in 2 weeks! Do it!"