You’ve tried to quit drinking before. It didn’t last. Naltrexone blocks the “reward” your brain gets from alcohol so cravings fade over time. Daily pill. Same-day appointments available.
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Naltrexone Treatment
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Naltrexone works differently than most people expect. It doesn’t make you sick if you drink. It doesn’t sedate you. It blocks the “reward” – the good feeling alcohol gives you.
At our Naltrexone clinic in Chicago, we’ve seen what happens when that reward disappears: people stop thinking about drinking all day. They stop planning their evenings around it. They start focusing on new goals and behavior change.
for alcohol use disorder since 1994
Non-addictive and proven effective
Whether to have one, how many, when to stop. It's exhausting. Naltrexone quiets that noise.
Naltrexone doesn't make you sick if you drink. It just makes drinking less rewarding. Here's how it helps:
Naltrexone blocks the endorphins released when you drink, so alcohol doesn't feel as good.
Over time, your brain stops associating alcohol with pleasure. Cravings quiet down.
You think about drinking less. Then less. Then barely at all.
Not everyone needs Naltrexone. But if any of these sound familiar, it might help:
Not sure if Naltrexone is right for you?
Our medical providers can help you decide based on your drinking history and goals.
Same-day appointments are available. Call 866-287-5921 anytime and we'll get you scheduled as soon as possible.
You can, but it won't feel the same. Naltrexone blocks the pleasurable effects of alcohol, so drinking becomes less appealing over time. That's actually how it works.
No. You're thinking of Antabuse (disulfiram), which does make you sick if you drink. Naltrexone just blocks the "reward" so drinking becomes less satisfying.
No. You can start Naltrexone while still drinking. That's actually how many people begin - the medication helps you drink less over time.
We'll work with you to find what does. Sometimes it takes adjusting the approach or combining medication with more intensive therapy. We don't give up.
No. AA works for some people, but it's not required. We offer evidence-based treatment with medication and therapy. You decide what works for you.
Not from us. Everything is confidential and HIPAA protected. We don't contact anyone without your explicit written permission.
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We treat alcohol addiction every day. Here’s how we’re different:
We work with most major insurance providers. Check your coverage in minutes.
Note: We accept commercial insurance and Medicare at Illinois locations. Coverage varies by plan. Self-pay available at all locations. Call us to discuss your options: 866-287-5921.
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License: Illinois Department of Human Services A-5218-0005
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You’ve tried talking. You’ve tried ignoring it. We can help you figure out next steps, even if they’re not ready yet.
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