One widely used drug to stop drinking is Dissulfiram, known commercially as Anti-ethanol, Antabuse or Sarcoton. This remedy is for the treatment of chronic alcoholism, because taken together with small doses of alcohol generates very unwanted side effects such as vomiting, headache, low blood pressure or difficulty breathing, causing the individual to stop drinking.
The use of this medicinal product should be controlled and given a medical indication, as its misuse can lead to death.
Another widely used drug to stop drinking is Naltrexone, sold commercially as Revia, which decreases the urge to drink and makes the person feel less the pleasant effects of alcohol. Other remedies such as Acamprosate and Topiramate may also be used for the individual to stop drinking.
In the treatment of alcoholism it is important that the alcoholic wants to effectively heal and decide to do the treatment, because the irregular use of the drugs and drink alcohol again can aggravate the situation even more. All medications should be taken as directed by the psychiatrist, who is the best specialist to accompany alcoholics in the process of curing the disease.
Natural Remedy to Stop Drinking
A natural remedy to stop drinking is Anti-Alcohol, a homeopathic remedy based on the Amazonian plant Spiritus Glandium Quercus, which decreases the urge to drink as it causes severe side effects such as headaches, nausea or vomiting in the individual when ingested along with alcohol.
The use of this remedy to stop drinking consists of ingestion of 20 to 30 drops that can be placed in food, juices or even in alcoholic beverage. But one important care is that it should not be taken along with coffee as caffeine nullifies its effect.
Home Remedy to Stop Drinking
A home remedy to stop drinking is the black sesame, blackberry and rice seed soup that provides nutrients, especially B-complex vitamins, which help reduce alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
Ingredients
- 3 cups boiling water
- 30 gr. of rice
- 30 gr. of blackberries
- 30 gr. of black sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
Method of preparation
Grind the black sesame seeds and the rice until a fine powder, mix the blackberries and add the water. Put on the fire and cook for 15 minutes, turn off and add the sugar. This soup can be taken twice a day, hot or cold.
Along with this home remedy, teas that control anxiety and help detoxify the body, such as green tea, chamomile tea, valerian, or lemon balm, should be taken. Regular physical exercise is also an important aid in decreasing the effects of alcohol buildup on the body.
