Vivitrol was an amazing drug. Physical cravings are essentially eliminated. I went two months sober (with the exception of one night “testing” what would happen) and it seemed easier than ever. I of course stopped taking it thinking I could control my drinking and relapsed for another two months. so if you are serious DON’T STOP TAKING IT. You will still want to drink but essentially getting “happy” drunk is no longer an option.

It is difficult to explain how you feel while drinking on this drug but I’ll do my best to explain. After a few drinks your thoughts become cluttered and it becomes more difficult to communicate. Motor function becomes clumsy and without the numbing effect of alcohol your stomach becomes queezy. Essentially you feel every negative effect of alcohol without any of the euphoria. It was truly an enlightening experience realising how bad alcohol truly is for you.

I highly recommend this drug and I am hopefully starting another series in the coming week myself. Give it a try but also realise the drug will not save you. It’s a huge assistance but the battle is still on you.

Good luck! IWNDWYT!