Disulfiram
(Antabuse) Treats alcoholism by raising the chemical responsible for hangovers. Very effective if patient takes it.
(Antabuse) Treats alcoholism by raising the chemical responsible for hangovers. Very effective if patient takes it.
First-line stimulant (more neuroprotective and safer for mental health than amphetamine). May help apathy in old age but not for depression.
Amphetamine Stimulant (dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor and releaser; serotonin reuptake inhibition) Features Dosing Dextroamphetamine Dextro is the more potent of the
[Provigil, Nuvigil] Wakefulness-promoting agents FDA approved for fatigue associated with sleep apnea or shift work. Also treats bipolar depression (2), unipolar depression (3), ADHD (3), and cocaine use disorder.
[$ Qelbree] Non-stimulant for ADHD, more effective than atomoxetine. Treats depression in alcohol use disorder.
Good for ADHD with anxiety, but least effective among FDA options for ADHD. Avoid in bipolar.
[Vivitrol] Opioid blocker treats alcohol and opioid use disorders (and, in combination with bupropion, meth). May help gambling addiciton and antipsychotic weight gain. Inj or oral.
[Mirapex] Dopamine agonist with powerful benefits in unipolar and bipolar depression, also restless leg syndrome.