Vivitrol User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Palan...
• March 9, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I've struggled with alcoholism for 10 years. Vivitrol was suggested before but I couldn't afford it. I was able to find a clinic that got a federal grant for Vivitrol. The first 4-5 days I was tired, leg cramps up through my buttocks (felt like the flu), hip and ankle pain, irritable, sad, nauseous. Side effects eventually went away after 1 week. Cravings have been minimal to non-existent. Yesterday I was irritable; had a bad day at work which triggered me. Decided what the hell and see if the drug really did take away that feel-good feeling. I drank about half the amount I usually do and it didn't do anything other than the physical side effects. I ended up pouring the rest out and went to bed. This is a miracle! I am so grateful! Looking forward to continuing using it for this year while I complete my 12 steps in the AA program so I will not only be physically healthy, but mentally and spiritually too! THANK YOU VIVITROL AND THANK YOU TO MY CLINIC AND GRANT MONEY!"

• Tjano
• March 19, 2020

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I’m on day 5 of Vivtrol My vision has been blurry. I haven’t been able to stay awake very much . Yesterday I was stumbling. The stumbling part has gone away I’m starting to be able to see straight. I’m still tired. But I’ve been up all day. My doctor said the side effects will pass with in the next couple of days. Well worth a week of discomfort. I have no cravings for alcohol at all"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 30, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "Just received my second shot of Vivitrol today. I can't really pinpoint any side effects except loss of appetite... so if losing weight is a "side effect", sign me up! Helps with cravings, especially when paired with AA meetings and a mind set on sobriety. I would definitely recommend this for anybody having difficulty with alcoholism."

• Erik...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 24, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "While the rehab changes your perception no matter how you go into it, the Vivitrol changes your brain chemistry altogether. It's the combination of being on the outside and seeing where you've made your mistakes, knowing that you have a shield guarding you at every moment. Life becomes more normal in that time. It's like a rehab that follows you. Brilliant. When I got off of the shot, I had a couple of moments of frustration, but that was easily solved with my newfound knowledge. Mostly the knowledge of myself. I believe this could save many lives. If you don't want it but take it for someone else, at least you have a month to figure out why."

• Anonymous
• April 12, 2008

For Opioid Use Disorder "As a chronic relapsing opiate addict, Vivitrol has been an excellent medication to aid my recovery. I have not noticed many side effects, if any. Basically, it eliminates my cravings for opiates and alcohol and provides good mental assurance knowing that if I do use opiates, I will get no effect from them."

• Phnx
• April 6, 2014

For Opioid Use Disorder "Vivitrol saved my life and career. I used to take 15 10/325 Norcos a day for one year. The hardest part is before you get the shot, being abstinent from opiates for 7 days, but if you have an informed doctor, they give you different medications to make your withdrawal more tolerable. It was doable, I was terrified, but I promise it's possible. Once I had the shot, I felt like myself again with no cravings. The only side effect I had was a tiny bit of soreness at the injection site. Other than that, I felt NO SIDE EFFECTS at all. That was my experience. My advice if you proceed with this is to make sure you find a doctor who knows what they are doing; it makes a difference. Go to an addiction specialist if possible."

• Sandy...
• October 8, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "1st shot of Vivitrol on 9.9.19 & I immediately tried to test it but didn’t go hardcore. I did feel motivated to clean and care about responsibilities more than usual. Within a few days I was drinking heavy again & it was BAD. I suggest taking Antibuse before you even leave the office & keep taking it for at least a week so drinking is not an option. On 9.23.19 I met with my therapist and our talk helped but I still wanted to drink. Today, 10.07.19 I had my second shot. I was determined to not drink for a week to see the results and somehow ended up at an AA meeting on a whim. There I met a woman that talked to me for 3 hrs after the meeting where she called me out on my BS in a way only another alcoholic can. My recommendation: Vivitrol shot, Antibuse at first, a therapist you trust and respect (good luck, It’s a challenge), & AA meetings. Vivitrol is not a miracle. It is one ingredient in a recipe. Alone it’s like eating plain flour and expecting it to taste like cookies and cake."

• Anonymous
• November 13, 2008

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I am an alcoholic in recovery and have been sober for over 10 years. I used this drug when it was fairly new and I was in rehab. Seemed to work along with all the other tools given to me at that time. No side effects that I can recall."

• TheHu...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 18, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "There are no two ways about it, Vivitrol saved my life. In combination with rehabilitation in the outpatient setting (where I was referred to a local doctor who provides the shots; specializing in pain management & dependence issues), therapy, and receiving Vivitrol once monthly, my life has completely changed for the better. I am happier, less tense, less anxious, among other benefits. I was a hardcore addict, and would likely not be around still if it weren't for Vivitrol blocking the opiate receptors (no 'high' at all; no matter how much you use) and it reducing cravings as well. I very highly recommend Vivitrol to those struggling with addiction. You'll see how much better your quality of life will be, and this shot can help you get there."

• Ive...
• January 18, 2017

For Opioid Use Disorder "I'm getting my 18th shot this month. That means I have successfully completed the Vivitrol program at a local adult facility. This shot did something; not sure what but I don't have urges or wants to use drugs. I was an IV user and ruined my life almost, but now I'm successful, and nobody would ever guess how bad I used to be. And I don't ever have to be a junkie again. Thank God. No side effects, so I hope I can keep it up after this month, and I hope my brain is okay with me stopping the shot."

• tiffa...
• April 9, 2012

For Opioid Use Disorder "I am a very young addict, and when I was in rehab, I wasn't even aware of the shot. The shot is a wonderful thing. I have had no cravings whatsoever, and I am very hopeful for the future. The shot is not a make-everything-better thing; however, one must continue with meetings and work hard every day at their recovery. Good luck. Highly recommended."

• BD84
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "Today was my first shot and I feel pretty damn good, no side effects yet. Guessing no sleep issues as I went home and took a nice nap. I hope this drug is what lots of people say. The hardest part, as everyone knows, is getting to this shot. Started 10 years ago or more, can't remember anymore, with pills and then eventually to sniffing a ton of H every day. I nodded out in a car and almost killed someone, which still didn't stop me. Only the potential loss of my kids and family support got me here. So far, so good. If I can do this, anyone can, so please try. Your life is worth it. So amazed at how clear things are becoming, only a month sober!"

• jbirmi
• March 2, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I took Vivitrol for the recommended year and have not had cravings, and remain alcohol-free (since 1-31-14). In some ways, I think it also helped me quit smoking. However, after 13 shots, I feel stiffer than I ever have, and I was wondering if anyone else shared this experience. Some days my shoulders are almost immovable. I didn't feel this way before the medicine, and I was wondering if there was a correlation. It is actually painful to get out of bed some days."

• Thigh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've had 9 surgeries to my right foot from 2006-2014. I've had any and all pain meds you can imagine. Obviously, I got addicted taking 8-10 percs a day. Besides, when I got pregnant, I didn't take any, but after this last surgery in Jan, I promised myself and for my kids to do anything in my power to quit. Found out about this shot and it works wonders. I'm so grateful I got my life back. Got my 1st shot 10 days ago. No cravings, totally normal feeling. Can't wait to continue being sober and living life how I really deserved!! #27 days clean"

• Brock...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "I battled opioid addiction for 11 years, and I was in and out of jails and institutions half my life, and all that was left was death for me. I was a split second away from taking my last breath. I have been on Vivitrol, and it has completely changed my life!"

• Nick
• March 1, 2020

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I'm 25 years old about to be 26,  I have struggled with Heroin addiction and alcoholism and right now I'm on parole in the state of New Jersey. I keep trying to find every way possible to get over and get high or drunk anyway possible and pass my drug test I just want everyone to know that I am an absolute idiot and it sucks because sometimes I feel like there's no other escape for me and I just want to drink or do drugs but I definitely can't get away with doing drugs.  Anyway I figured let me take the Vivitrol shot and maybe I can still drink on it if you're wondering what it is like to drink on Vivitrol just saying my body feels drunk but my mind is absolutely miserable and I wake up in the middle of night feeling like someone stuck a needle full of meth in my neck and it's so hard to get back to sleep  - very poor choice of mine"

• Roger...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2012

For Opioid Use Disorder "I took my first Vivitrol shot on 7/31/12. Three hours later, I was having the worst withdrawals one could ever imagine. The worst lasted about two days followed by seven days of symptoms like constant anxiety, sleeplessness, muscle spasms, and then three or four days of regular side effects. My doctor told me that I may not have been completely detoxed when I took the shot and that might have been the cause of my extreme reaction. I'm going to get my second shot on 8/31. I feel that without the shot, the possibility of relapse will be greater, so the benefit outweighs the negative side effects. I'll let you know how it turns out."

• Naladog
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 17, 2015

For Alcohol Use Disorder "After abusing alcohol for many years, I received the shot last week, and cravings are minimal and pass quickly. Having relapsed early in sobriety before, I feel that going to meetings and the shot will help prevent another."

• Monty
• August 7, 2019

For Opioid Use Disorder "So I was on suboxone for almost 5 years . It helped get my life together but created a barrier for moving forward. I grew stagnant , just doing well enough in life to stay afloat. I kept the mediocre job , the small apartment and "ok" life. I'm staying humble through this time. I made the decision to get off the subs and chose vivitrol. At first the withdrawals from the subs were bad then I started getting better. My doctor "suggested" I get the vivitrol shot and I knew that would be a good decision. I didn't want to feel horrible like I did on the subs, I wanted pure sobriety. So I jumped on the idea without hesitation. I'm 2 shots in now and I feel as though I'm still in withdrawal. I will definitely not be getting another shot. I'm certain its because of the shot at this point . Over 2 months feeling like this??? I'm writing this hopefully to help someone going through the same thing . If you still feel pain, aches , insomnia, general dissatisfaction with life , it might be the vivitrol."

• Chron...
• March 18, 2015

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've been using opiates for 8 years now. The past 3 years I have been a heavy IV heroin user. I have been to at least 10 different programs, relapsing every time, so I'm considered to be a chronic relapser. This time I chose the Vivitrol shot. I just got this about 5 days ago on the day I was released from rehab, and I can guarantee you if it wasn't for this, I would be high. This is early in, but I have no cravings, and my mind is clear. Definitely going to get the whole year; my insurance is going to pay out. As for side effects, maybe small common ones that you can look up, but nothing to complain about. This is the best, y'all. Not one bad thing... go get you some."

• Brad
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2019

For Alcohol Use Disorder "My wife has been on Vivitrol for about 2 weeks and is still drinking heavily. She says it is helping her, but I don't see it. Paying $1200 for a shot that doesn't work is not sustainable. I was hoping for a silver bullet, but was unfortunately wrong. Good luck to everyone dealing with alcoholism one way or another. May have to look at something else, maybe look at Acamprosate"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 10, 2024

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I have been struggling with alcohol pretty much my whole life. I tried Naltrexone & Vivitrol about 10 years ago and they didn't work. This time I'm taking Vivitrol under careful doctor's supervision. I'm embarrassed that I had not tried this again sooner. Vivitrol is saving me."

• MADDs
• March 22, 2015

For Opioid Use Disorder "My son decided to place himself in rehab for 30 days for opiate dep. He had been on Suboxone for 6 months. Addicts know how to manipulate medications. After 30 days of being clean and in intense inpatient rehab, he chose the Vivitrol shot upon exiting. It was great! No cravings, he felt great. When he saw his new psychiatrist in outpatient, he cautioned my son about the potential dangers of Vivitrol to the liver and agreed to administer one or possibly two more shots after the initial one. My son received two shots in total after rehab and is doing remarkably well. To stay sober, you must have the determination to remain sober. The shorter the duration you are on this medication, the better. Ensure to undergo liver function tests. Vivitrol works."

• Annay...
• June 28, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "7-13-16 will be my 4th injection; I'm looking forward to it. I have had problems with opiates and alcohol throughout my life. Vivitrol has saved my life. The injection made me SUPER sensitive to everything, hygiene products with alcohol in them, certain glaucoma drops, and over-the-counter medications. I experience rough joint pain, and I am not complaining. I can handle any side effect from Vivitrol because it's so much better than being on drugs. Whoever came up with Vivitrol injections, I want to thank you for saving my life. If anybody truly wants to be clean, give Vivitrol a try."

• 1empr...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 18, 2015

For Opioid Use Disorder "For almost four years my life was completely out of control. What had started out as playful became my worst nightmare. I spent several years homeless and in and out of institutions. Eventually, I had hit my rock bottom and became desperate enough to fully surrender; that meant quitting alcohol and putting down the needle. Vivitrol helped me stay stopped. Before getting the shot, I used to have cravings all day, every day. Now I am able to go about my day without worrying if today is the day that I relapse. Vivitrol gave me the extra push to stay clean and go about living a normal life. Cocaine/Mali users don't have anything to help them stay clean. So I am truly grateful for this drug! It helped me realize that life can be wonderful without drugs."