Antabuse is better used with a steady drinking patient, while ReVia/Depade is better to use with a patient who binges.

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Antabuse (disulfiram) works by causing unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed, which discourages drinking, making it more suitable for patients committed to abstaining from alcohol. ReVia/Depade (naltrexone) reduces the craving for alcohol and the pleasure derived from drinking, which can be beneficial for both steady drinkers and those who binge, as it can help them reduce their alcohol intake.

Antabuse Is Better Used with a Steady Drinking Patient, While