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You can get an online naltrexone prescription through Sunnyside Med without an in-person appointment. A licensed clinician reviews your online assessment and, if appropriate, prescribes daily oral naltrexone shipped discreetly to your door. Sunnyside Med also provides support, drink tracking, and coaching to help you drink less or quit.
Getting a prescription for naltrexone doesn’t have to mean a long sit in a doctor’s waiting room. With Sunnyside Med, you can explore your options entirely online, whether you want to drink less alcohol or quit altogether.
You don’t need an existing alcohol use disorder (AUD) diagnosis to get started, and you don’t need insurance. Sunnyside Med combines clinical care with drink tracking, coaching, and other tools to help you make lasting changes to your drinking habits.
Here’s how the process works, from the initial assessment to receiving your medication to the support provided by your care team.
Can You Get a Naltrexone Prescription Online?
Yes. A licensed clinician can evaluate you through telehealth and prescribe naltrexone remotely when it’s medically appropriate. The evaluation covers the same essential considerations as an in-person appointment, including your drinking patterns, medical history, current medications, and treatment goals.
Online prescribing is an established way to access medication for alcohol use disorder. In a 2026 randomized trial, a pharmacist-led telehealth intervention increased access to medication treatment for AUD, including naltrexone.
For people who have difficulty accessing local treatment or simply prefer the convenience and privacy of telehealth, an online prescription can make getting started more manageable.
How to Get Naltrexone Online Through Sunnyside Med
Sunnyside Med‘s prescription process takes place entirely online, from your initial assessment to medication delivery.
Step 1: Complete the Online Assessment
You’ll start by answering a few questions—again, about your drinking patterns, goals, medical history, and current medications. Your answers will help the clinical team understand your circumstances and begin determining whether naltrexone may be appropriate for you.
Step 2: A Licensed Clinician Reviews Your Information
A licensed clinician reviews every Sunnyside Med application to determine whether naltrexone is medically appropriate.
This is an individual clinical evaluation, not an automatic prescription. Depending on your health history, the clinician may need additional information or testing before making a decision. Some people may be better suited to another treatment approach.
Step 3: Receive Your Prescription and Medication
If your clinician determines that naltrexone is appropriate, they’ll prescribe the medication, which is then shipped discreetly to your door.
Eligible Sunnyside Med members receive compounded oral naltrexone with vitamin B6. The medication is taken daily, following the prescribing clinician’s instructions.
Step 4: Get Ongoing Clinical and Behavioral Support
Once your medication arrives, you’ll continue to have access to Sunnyside Med’s clinical care team for questions about treatment, side effects, and other concerns.
You’ll also have access to drink tracking, medication reminders, human coaching seven days a week, weekly group Zoom calls, and a private member community.
These tools are designed to help you build healthier drinking habits alongside medication. (We’ll look more closely at why ongoing support matters shortly.)
What Does A Clinician Review Before Prescribing Naltrexone?
Before prescribing naltrexone, your clinician will consider several factors to determine whether it’s a safe and appropriate treatment for you.
- Your drinking patterns and goals: Naltrexone can support people who want to reduce heavy drinking as well as those who want to quit. Your clinician will ask how much and how often you drink, what you’ve tried before, and what you’re hoping to change.
- Current medications and opioid use: Naltrexone blocks opioid receptors and can trigger sudden, potentially severe withdrawal in someone who is physically dependent on opioids. Tell your clinician about any current or recent opioid use, including but not limited to prescription pain medications, tramadol, codeine, and medications used to treat opioid use disorder. An appropriate opioid-free interval is required before starting treatment.
- Liver health: Because naltrexone is processed by the liver, your clinician will review your liver history and may recommend testing. Some liver conditions require additional monitoring, while others may make naltrexone inappropriate.
- Other medical considerations: Your clinician will also review your broader medical history, including any conditions or medications that could affect treatment.
You don’t need to determine your own eligibility before applying. The purpose of the clinical evaluation is to help you understand whether naltrexone is an appropriate option for your circumstances.
What Happens After You Get Your Online Naltrexone Prescription?
Getting your prescription is an important first step, but medication works best when you have the tools and support to make lasting changes to your drinking habits.
Sticking with treatment can be challenging. A 2008 study of insurance claims found that 85.8% of patients who filled an initial naltrexone prescription did not continue treatment over six months. Although this study doesn’t tell us why individual patients stopped, it highlights the importance of supporting people beyond their first prescription.
That’s why Sunnyside Med combines medication with ongoing clinical care and behavioral support. Members can track their drinking, set goals, and monitor their progress alongside their medication use. They also have access to human coaching seven days a week, weekly group Zoom calls, and a private member community.
Sunnyside’s own member data suggests that engagement with these resources may make a difference. Members who engage with the full program are 2.5 times more likely to remain on their medication at month four than less-engaged members. (Individual results vary.)
How Much Does Online Naltrexone Through Sunnyside Med Cost?
Sunnyside Med costs $99 per month, billed quarterly, plus a one-time $50 intake fee. Your membership includes medication, ongoing clinical care, drink tracking, medication adherence tools, seven-day coaching, weekly group calls, and access to a private member community.
No insurance is required, and the program is HSA/FSA eligible and available in all 50 states.
Is Sunnyside Med a Good Fit for You?
Sunnyside Med is designed for adults who want to drink less or quit entirely. It may be a good fit if you’re interested in an online naltrexone prescription but would also like support with the habits and routines surrounding your drinking. Among active Sunnyside Med members, 78% achieved a meaningful reduction in drinking.
“For the first time in years I’ve been waking up clear-headed and feeling good,” says one Sunnyside Med member. “I still plan to drink some, but I don’t miss feeling like I have to drink.”
You don’t need an existing AUD diagnosis to get started, and completing the assessment doesn’t commit you to treatment. A licensed clinician will review your information and determine whether naltrexone is medically appropriate for you.
If you’re ready to explore your options, take Sunnyside Med’s online assessment to find out whether you may be eligible for treatment.
You can also read our guide to choosing an online naltrexone program if you’d like to compare your options before getting started.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Online Naltrexone Prescriptions
Can you get naltrexone online without an in-person visit?
Yes. A licensed clinician can evaluate you through telehealth and prescribe naltrexone when medically appropriate. Sunnyside Med’s assessment, clinical review, and prescription process take place entirely online, with medication shipped discreetly to your door if prescribed.
Do you need an AUD diagnosis to get naltrexone online?
You don’t need a preexisting alcohol use disorder diagnosis to be considered for naltrexone. Your clinician will evaluate your drinking patterns, medical history, and goals to determine whether treatment is appropriate. Naltrexone is FDA-approved for alcohol dependence, and prescribing it for other drinking-related concerns may be considered off-label.
How long does it take to get naltrexone online?
The timeline depends on how quickly you complete the assessment, whether your clinician needs additional information or testing, and how long prescription processing and shipping take. Once your prescription is approved, Sunnyside Med ships your medication discreetly to your door.
Can you get naltrexone if you’re still drinking?
Yes. There is no universal alcohol-free waiting period required before starting oral naltrexone for AUD. However, naltrexone doesn’t treat acute alcohol withdrawal, so people at risk of significant withdrawal may need separate medical management. Your clinician will help determine when it’s appropriate to begin treatment.
Is naltrexone from Sunnyside Med shipped discreetly?
Yes. If you’re prescribed naltrexone through Sunnyside Med, your medication is shipped discreetly to your door. The assessment and clinical review also take place online, so you don’t need to visit a doctor’s office or treatment center to get started.
This content is for educational purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. Naltrexone is a prescription medication, and a licensed clinician determines whether it is appropriate for each individual.
