What are the financial implications of using Antabuse?
• In 2008, the NHS spent £2.25 million on Antabuse, an increase from £1.08 million in 1998. However, Alcohol Concern argued that investing in treatment helps save money in the long term by reducing the costs of addiction-related issues.
What are the social costs of addiction?
• Addiction contributes to unemployment, family breakdowns, homelessness, debt, and crime, costing the taxpayer£21 billion annually. It also impacts healthcare costs.
