Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Fund review of access & use of Naltrexone for alcohol dependence & chronic pain
Closed
31 signatures
What the petition asks
We want Government to fund a review into wider access to low-dose Naltrexone for Alcohol Dependence and as a treatment for chronic pain. Studies have shown it’s cost-effective, NICE-approved for alcohol dependency, and it could help reduce NHS strain.
We think wider access could help save lives and public money—act now to remove barriers.
We think low-dose naltrexone can help manage chronic pain and addiction, offering a safer, non-opioid option. Alcohol and drug misuse cost the UK over £32 billion annually. Drug treatment yields £4–£21 return per £1 spent. Expanding access could save NHS and social care budgets. Fair access is a public health and economic priority.
We think low-dose naltrexone can help manage chronic pain and addiction, offering a safer, non-opioid option. Alcohol and drug misuse cost the UK over £32 billion annually. Drug treatment yields £4–£21 return per £1 spent. Expanding access could save NHS and social care budgets. Fair access is a public health and economic priority.
Timeline
| 18 Nov 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 May 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
31
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
18 Nov 2025
Closed
18 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 30 Aug 2026.