Description
- Cirrhosis of liver
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Cancer
- Anemia
- Dementia
- Depression
- Seizures
- Gout
- It decreases craving or desire to drink
- It helps the patient remain abstinent
- It interferes with the inclination to want to drink more if patient slips and has a drink
- Are allergic to Naltrexone
- Are suffering from mood disorders
- Are suffering from mental psychosis or personality disorder
- You ever had a stroke or transient ischemic attack
- You have suicidial tendencies
- You are taking opioid analgesics such as codeine
- Are pregnant or planning to become a pregnant
- Are breastfeeding a child
- Naltima 50 mg
- Anxiety
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Rapid heartbeat
- Shivering
- Tremors
- Goose bumps
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Metallic or garlic taste in mouth
- Fever
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Hives
- Less urination than normal
- Difficulty in breathing
- Swollen face, lips, tongue and throat
- Fever
- Severe dizziness, short breath and fast or pounding heartbeats
- Chills
- Body aches
- Blurred vision or temporary loss of vision
- Cough and flu
- Anxiety agitation and shivering
- Amprenavir
- Dexomethorphan
- Disulfiram
- Diphenoxylate
- Hydrocodone
- Propxyphene
- Thiordiazine
- Cough syrups
- Always take the medicine as per the prescription
- Don’t use the expired drugs
- Avoid consumption of alcohol while using this drug
- Don’t share your medicine with anybody, even if they have the same symptoms
- Don’t use this medicine if you are taking narcotic analgesics, as its overdose can cause coma, serious injury or even death
- Lab tests, such as liver function, complete blood count are monitored accordingly for the side effects
- It should be used with extreme caution in children as its safety and efficacy has not been assessed
- Before going for any medical or dental treatments, always inform your doctor that is using your Naltrexone.
- Naltrexone may cause drowsiness, so avoid indulging yourself in any activity that requires alertness such as an operating machine or driving
- Always follow up with your doctor while taking this medicine
- Use this medicine with extreme caution in children, as safety and efficacy have not been assessed or confirmed.
- Always store the medicine at the room temperature and away from moisture, heat and light
- Consult with your pharmacist about the proper disposal of the drug
- Keep a complete record of all the medicines you are taking along with this medicine
Details
Naltima
Naltrexone is an Opioid receptor antagonist used primarily to treat alcohol and Opioid dependence. It is only a single component of a program of alcohol treatment that also comprises of counseling, psychological and social support. This medicine could be effective only with the help of a healthcare professional. It aims to decrease the cravings and helps the addicted person remain abstinent.
Alcohol dependence is a substance related disorder in which an individual becomes addicted to alcohol. Excess ingestion of alcohol can cause serious implications on the individual’s health such as:
The ailments, it is used for:
Naltrexone is a potent Opioid receptor antagonist that treats alcohol dependence which in turn prevents the serious life threatening conditions and improves the quality of patient’s life.
Understanding the drug Naltrexone:
Naltrexone is an Opioid receptor antagonist and is widely used for the treatment of alcohol dependence.
How it works?
Naltrexone’s mechanism of action is still unknown, but it has shown three promising effects by opposing the Opioid actions and demonstrates the following effects:
When should you avoid it?
You should not take Naltrexone if you:
How much to take?
The dosage is solely decided by the Doctor after assessing your condition and various factors such as age, gender and body weight. One can’t fix the dose as it varies from patient to patient. The usual recommended drug 50 mg is given orally. Always take the dose as prescribed by the Doctor.
What are the strengths available?
Naltrexone is available in following strength preparation on our website:
Who is the manufacturer?
Naltima is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals limited, a big pharmaceutical giant and is available on our website in the pack of 10, 30 and 60 tablets.
How to take?
Naltrexone is taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Don’t crush or chew the tablet. Avoid taking any other type of liquid. While taking this medicine one can experience the withdrawal symptoms such as:
When to take?
Always take the medicine as instructed by the Doctor or Pharmacist. Don’t consume the medicine in a greater amount. The dose intake varies from patient to patient. So, doctor will recommend the best therapeutic dose for you. The initial dose for the abstinence of alcohol is 50 mg orally once a day. Consult your doctor before taking the drug.
For how long should it be taken?
Take the medicine as long as recommended by the Doctor. Always ask the doctor before stopping the drug intake.
What if you take too much (overdose)?
If overdose, immediately consult with your concerned doctor. Take medical help as soon as possible if you encounter any unusual signs and symptoms such as fainting, seizures, fast heartbeat, nausea, dizziness, tinnitus, hallucinations and breathing difficulties.
What if you miss the dose?
Try to take the medicine at the same time each day. This reduces the chances of missing a dose. Talk to your Doctor if you miss the Dose. Don’t double up the dose in order to catch up with the previous one.
What are the side effects?
Every medicine shows some side effects, same way this drug also has some undesired effects with it. Naltrexone shows common side effects such as:
Some serious and rare side effects that need serious medical attention are stated below:
Are there any possible drug interactions?
Always inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. Give a complete list of prescription or non prescription drugs and any other disease conditions. This way, the doctor is able to decide and give you the list of drugs and other things that may interact with Naltrexone. Drugs listed below may interact with Naltrexone and can hinder its therapeutic activity:
What are the things to be taken care of?
Product's Review
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Works fine Review by Julian
Rating I have used Naltima brand of Naltrexone for over a year and it does the job to help with alcohol addiction as it is intended. Recommended. (Posted on 6/8/2018)
