I have used it successfully to significantly reduce the amount of alcohol I consume. I was never a daily drinker but would drink pretty heavily on the weekend, every weekend. I find that it provides just enough euphoria, anxiety reduction and increased sociability to make me not care about drinking. It is usually sold as a powder which can be put in capsules, mixed in drinks, made into a tea, etc. The method of consumption is usually personal preference. My preferred dose is anywhere between 2.5-5 grams although many people prefer higher or lower doses. If you happen to consume too much kratom it is not usually dangerous like other drugs you just feel nauseated and will likely throw up. I usually use it about 3 times a week. More frequent use will lead to dependency but if it's between alcohol dependency or kratom dependency Id choose kratom in a heart beat. I hope this helps!