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What Medication Can Be Given To Stop Drinking ?

Sir my father is 50 years old and he drinks frequently .Can you suggest any medicine fro hime to quit drinking Sir my father is 50 years old and he drinks frequently .Can you suggest any medicine fro hime to quit drinking
Mon, 9 Jan 2012
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You can give your father capsicum annum Q 10 drops in milk or water twice daily for a month or two it will definately help in removing addiction of alcohol

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Radiologist Dr. Radha Narayanan's  Response
Alcohol addiction/ dependance is curable but the withdrawal symptoms are tremendous.hence it requires a lot of emotional and motivational support along with every day inspiration to maintain the determination to quit. Rest is the work of the drugs.
The treatment of this condition comprise of combination therapy that includes behaviour therapy, medications, alchoholic anonymous. this is otherwise called the alcoholic rehabilitation.Please check in your city for such treatment centres.
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What Medication Can Be Given To Stop Drinking ?

You can give your father capsicum annum Q 10 drops in milk or water twice daily for a month or two it will definately help in removing addiction of alcohol thanks