Naltrexone for alcohol abuse and dependence

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• Beich A, et al. (2002). Screening and brief intervention for excessive alcohol use: Qualitative interview study of the experiences of general practitioners. BMJ, 325(7369): 870.

Author:	Alison Allen Jeannette Curtis Maureen Shea	Last Updated: November 20, 2007
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
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