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Medication for the Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder: A Brief Guide

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This manual provides guidance on the use of medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use misuse. It summarizes approved medications, screening and assessment, treatment planning, and patient monitoring.

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SMA15-4907
Publication Date
October 2015

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