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The Sinclair Method - Articles

Articles on how we work, written by our clinical team. Updated regularly.

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Twelve articles on naltrexone, the evidence, the practicalities, and what to expect.

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Understanding the method

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What is the Sinclair Method?

How naltrexone and pharmacological extinction work.

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Sinclair Method vs Antabuse

Two completely different approaches to drinking.

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Does TSM work for binge drinkers?

Yes, and especially well. Here is why.

Practicalities

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The Sinclair Method on the NHS

What's actually available, and what isn't.

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How much does naltrexone cost?

UK private pricing, honestly compared.

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TSM and AA together

Can you do both? Often yes, and it can help.

Taking the medication

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How long does TSM take?

Three to six months for most people. What to expect.

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Your first 14 days on TSM

A week-by-week guide to getting started.

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Naltrexone vs nalmefene

Two options for TSM. How we choose with you.

Safety and monitoring

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Common side effects

What to expect and how to manage them.

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Missing a dose

What to do, and why the rules are strict.

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Liver function tests on TSM

When we check, what we look for.

Read across our other services

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Weight Management

GLP-1s, eligibility, and what the first year looks like.

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Menopause

Perimenopause, HRT, and the menopause transition.

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Testosterone

Testosterone, honest diagnostics, and lifelong monitoring.

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Contraception

Choosing a pill, the methods we prescribe, and using them safely.

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STI testing

Confidential testing, results, and treatment. 9 articles.

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All articles A-Z

Every article we publish, sorted alphabetically.

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