Medical Management Treatment Manual: A Clinical Research Guide for Medically Trained Clinicians Providing Pharmacotherapy

A standardized framework for medical professionals to deliver Medical Management (MM) as a support for pharmacotherapy in treating alcohol dependence. Developed for the COMBINE study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), the text outlines protocols for using medications like naltrexone and acamprosate alongside brief clinical counseling. The guidelines emphasize medication adherence, the goal of total abstinence, and the importance of referring patients to mutual-support groups. Detailed instructions are included for conducting initial and follow-up sessions, managing potential side effects, and addressing common reasons for patient noncompliance. Ultimately, the source serves as a practical research and clinical guide to integrating biological and behavioral interventions within a primary care setting.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/pharmacy_simpleProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/