12-05-2009, 06:14 PM
A 48-year-old man with a long history of alcohol abuse is seen for ongoing care after an inpatient stay for alcohol withdrawal. This is his third episode of acute detoxification, with the longest period of abstinence being 4 months. He denies any current symptoms of depression and states that he is not using any illicit drugs or prescription medications. His last alcohol intake was 2 weeks before his visit to the office, and he is now enrolled in an alcohol treatment program.
Which of the following pharmacologic agents is the best adjunct to his treatment?
( A ) Buspirone
( B ) Diazepam
( C ) Disulfiram
( D ) Naltrexone
( E ) Paroxetine
Which of the following pharmacologic agents is the best adjunct to his treatment?
( A ) Buspirone
( B ) Diazepam
( C ) Disulfiram
( D ) Naltrexone
( E ) Paroxetine