There are three FDA approved medications for alcohol use disorder (AUD) and many others that have been tested. Here, we summarize the evidence behind the various medications for alcohol use disorder and highlight clinical scenarios in which each should be considered.

Atomoxetine (ATX) has been available for about 20 years to treat ADHD in children and adolescents. But does it work? If so, what is its place in treatment? We talk about the relative efficacy of ATX and clinical situations where ATX has specific advantages.

Naltrexone has shown efficacy for the treatment of alcohol use disorder in tightly controlled trials. Here, researchers demonstrate the efficacy of naltrexone in a large scale naturalistic study.