Posted by kka on November 21, 2003, at 23:06:16
In reply to Re: topomax and alcohol, posted by LBcats on November 21, 2003, at 22:09:46
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I am sorry you have to struggle through with alcohol, it can really hurt and affect you. I know it is hard. There is a med called anabuse (sp)? It doesn't help with the cravings but makes it impossible to swallow alcohol without getting sick. I know they give it to people in rehab while there are trying to stop drinking. But I know you are really looking to stop the on- going urge or craving to drink. I know this is out there but Ever thought about hypnosis or
acupuncture. Best of Luck to you!
Thanks for the information on trying other AD's for alcoholism. I was on 300 mg of topomax for the person who was asking about the mg. of what I was on. That was way too much but it sure kept my alcohol cravings in check. For me, to drink is to die, so I'm really wanting to find a medication that works like topomax, without the side effects. I took prozac for awhile but it stopped working for me. I guess it takes motivation and the desire to go to AA and once and for all quit drinking. Any other suggestions would be appreciated.
> It seemed like topomax was the wonder drug for me but I found I didn't have a brain when I took it.
> LB
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