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Alcohol abstinence

2018-01-16 01:39:59
To stop alcohol. he had a heart valve replacement surgery 1 year back. What is the medication to stop alcohol?
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Medications will help but along side your will to abstain plays equal and important role. I would suggest that you seek help of a professional who will guide you with medications and therapy to help you move out of alcohol consumption.
Next Steps
Meet a Psychiatrist and a Clinical Psychologist.Or visit a hospital with a Psychiatric unit.
Health Tips
Avoid people occasions and situations that would propel you to consume alcohol. Check on the factors that is motivating for absence and  remind yourself frequently of the same.

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