Naltrexone Tablets
Formulated to target cravings in opioid and alcohol dependence, this agent is indicated to support recovery by blocking the rewarding effects of substances.
Strengths: 50mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Revia; Adepend
- Therapeutic class
Opioid Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
Opioid Antagonist
- Minor side effects
nausea; headache; insomnia; anxiety
- Moderate side effects
abdominal pain; arthralgia; myalgia
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Accord Healthcare
- Onset Time
60 minutes
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
opioids; thioridazine
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
acute hepatitis; liver failure; concurrent opioid analgesics; positive opioid analgesic screen
Precautions and warnings
periodic liver function testing required; risk of decreased opioid tolerance; carry medical alert identification
Serious side effects
hepatotoxicity — requires immediate medical attention; depression — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to target cravings in opioid and alcohol dependence, this agent is indicated to support recovery by blocking the rewarding effects of substances.
Mechanism of action
Naltrexone is an opioid receptor antagonist. By competitive inhibition, it blocks the euphoric effects of opioids and reduces the reinforcing effects of alcohol, assisting in abstinence.
Naltrexone Tablets
Formulated to target cravings in opioid and alcohol dependence, this agent is indicated to support recovery by blocking the rewarding effects of substances.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Naltrexone
- Listed indication(s): Opioid Dependence, Alcohol Dependence
Available option
- 20 tablets - 50 mg142-50-mg-14223