WATCH: New research suggests certain medications could reduce alcohol cravings

WATCH: New research suggests certain medications could reduce alcohol cravings
By Carel Lajara
Published: Mar. 14, 2023 at 2:31 PM MDT
Origin: https://www.kktv.com/2023/03/14/watch-new-research-suggests-certain-medications-could-reduce-alcohol-cravings/

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – New research suggests that Apremilast, a medication used to treat psoriasis and sold under the brand name Otezla, reduces alcohol cravings, according to Steve Carleton, Chief Clinical Officer at Gallus Medical Detox Center.

( 9 minute video at kktv News11 )

This week, Carleton joined Digital Anchor Carel Lajara in the 11 Breaking News Center to discuss the latest developments when it comes to treating alcoholism, including the potential benefits of Apremilast.

Click here for more on the study done by researchers at the Oregon Health and Science University as it was published in the journal of Clinical Investigation.