A physician tending a recovering addict has prescribed medication- assisted treatment. Which phrase most likely describes the prescription if the patient also has a serious mental illness and liver disease?

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Acamprosate is used for alcoholism and is generally considered safe for patients with liver disease, making it a suitable option for a patient with serious mental illness and liver disease. Disulfiram and methadone have potential liver toxicity, and methadone is not used for cocaine addiction. Nalmefene is not the first-line treatment for heroin addiction and has precautions regarding its use in patients with liver disease.

A Physician Tending a Recovering Addict Has Prescribed Medication- Assisted