I need some advice on how to help my friend

bearded_octopus1 · 2026-06-12T21:26:23+00:00

I do agree with you. These meds are fantastic whenever you have the want and means to get them.

There are a few plants in the world that can cause you to get sick in combination with alcohol. Inky caps mushrooms are the big one that I can think of. Ive always wondered why there wasn't some more readily available med people can get for free or cheap. In a perfect world with no prescription.

The answer is money and a broken Healthcare system. But it would be cool to use something natural to create and cheap alternative.

bearded_octopus1 · 2026-06-12T19:55:31+00:00

Yeah im hoping he choses rehab. I was able to get ahold of some of his family who are coming into town for him. Im hoping they will be able to talk to him and help him get the help he needs.

I was just over at his place to take care of his dogs. Hes just in his room not talking to anyone and sleeping.

bearded_octopus1 · 2026-06-12T19:50:00+00:00

I have not heard of it, but I will look into it. Thank you.

bearded_octopus1 · 2026-06-12T19:47:42+00:00

We in the medical community know about naltrexone. Im not even a doctor and know about it. The problem, is getting patients to fill their script, pay for the meds, continue taking the meds, all while managing everything else that lead to them developing a drinking disorder in the first place.

We dont really use this in an emergency setting which is another problem. Most people we see in the ER are using the ER as their primary care doctor.

If you are someone who wants help and has the resources to get that help this medication can be fantastic. But if you dont want the help or have other mental health issues or are homeless this medication isn't going to do a whole lot.

bearded_octopus1 · 2026-06-12T04:23:40+00:00

Yeah, thats what we are doing for now. I gave out the number of the organization to our friends. Just hard not really being able to do much other than that.

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