Scientists have unveiled a new drug that could radically improve the treatment of people suffering from alcohol dependence. Unlike previous drugs, which makes the person feel bad when you drink alcohol, the new pill ' Nalmefene 'works by blocking the brain mechanisms that provide pleasure when drinking . The great benefit of this pill is that it is possible to reduce half the alcohol consumption by half . "Reducing alcohol consumption to safe levels may be a realistic and practical treatment for people who depend on the substance," said Dr. David Collier of Barts and London School of Medicine, Queen Mary University of London. According to reports the British site Marie Claire , the tablet will be used when addicts are in a position of temptation, and offer a combination of medication and advice to the 1.6 million alcoholics not currently receiving treatment in the UK.
