Pathways to Recovery: Outpatient Management of Alcohol Use Disorder

This program provides an evidence-based overview of outpatient management strategies for alcohol use disorder (AUD). Participants will learn to assess withdrawal severity using validated tools such as CIWA-Ar, select appropriate pharmacologic agents for acute withdrawal, and apply guideline-recommended therapies for long-term relapse prevention. The course reviews FDA-approved treatments including naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram, along with emerging options such as topiramate. Practical considerations for medication selection, monitoring, and patient-centered care will also be discussed to support pharmacists in optimizing outcomes for patients with AUD.