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What is the Drink Less Method?

The UK based Drink Less Method offers a science-backed, self-managed approach to reducing drinking. With the help of medication, science-based strategies inspired by The Sinclair Method (TSM) plus guidance all the way, the Drink Less Method can help you regain control of your drinking and make lasting changes to how you see alcohol.

Our UK focused method uses a private, online approach to alcohol reduction enabling you to turn drinking from a compulsion to a choice, offering real freedom and balance in everyday life. This isn’t about punishment or guilt – it’s about rewiring the brain’s approach to alcohol through science and consistency.

The medication we offer has been clinically proven to reduce alcohol cravings and consumption while increasing alcohol-free days. Use our straightforward consultation to discover if the method is suitable for you.

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Who is the Drink Less Method For?

The Drink Less Method is designed for casual or social drinkers who:

  • Recognise they are drinking more than they should
  • Experience cravings or loss of control
  • Want to reduce their alcohol use safely before it escalates further

The Drink Less Method is based on and inspired by The Sinclair Method. This Method was originally developed for people with more serious issues with alcohol.

Working with our clinicians, we have devised the Drink Less Method that recommends lower dosages of medication where suitable. The method is most effective for people who still want to drink but want to regain control — it’s a tool for moderation and recovery, not necessarily total abstinence.

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Your Questions Answered

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No, the method is intended to teach you and your body to crave the hit that alcohol gives you and therefore to increase your number of drink free days. You may choose to take a tablet prior to a social event where you feel you may overindulge or where the triggers to drink are particularly strong.

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Any side effects are usually minimal. Anyone suffering from any liver complaints may not join the Drink Less Method. For a full list of side effects, always read the Patient Information Leaflet.

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The tools we use are generally safe to use and many people take it for months without serious problems.

In the short term, some people may feel a bit of nausea, headache, tiredness, or trouble sleeping when they first start, but these usually improve as the body adjusts. In the long term, research shows that our medication is safe for many people, provided your liver function stays healthy. As long as you have regular check-ups and take it as directed, it’s considered a well-tolerated medication. It’s not habit-forming, and it doesn’t cause withdrawal when you stop taking it, which makes it a good option for ongoing support if it’s working well for you.

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Our method is suitable for casual to moderate drinkers who wish to reduce their alcohol intake but do not wish to quit alcohol all together. It is aimed at people who maybe drink too much or too regularly and are looking to cut back but still enjoy a drink.

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Our consultation ensures that you are medically compatible with the typical medication employed. We also look at your current alcohol consumption and motivation behind drinking and your motivation to drink less.