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Composition:

NALTREXONE-50MG

Uses:

<p>Naltox-50 Tablet is used in the management of alcohol and opioid dependence. The detailed uses of Naltox-50 Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treats Opioid Dependence:</strong> Naltox-50 Tablet helps to prevent relapse in individuals who have been detoxified from opioids by blocking the effects of opioid drugs and reducing cravings.</li><li><strong>Manages Alcohol Dependence:</strong> Naltox-50 Tablet is used to support recovery from alcohol addiction by decreasing the urge to drink.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Naltox-50 Tablet is used to treat alcohol dependence (chronic alcoholism) and opioid dependence.
  • It helps reduce cravings and the urge to consume alcohol or use opioids, supporting recovery and long-term abstinence.
  • The active ingredient, Naltrexone, acts as an opioid receptor antagonist, which means it blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of alcohol and opioids.
  • By preventing pleasurable effects, Naltox-50 Tablet reduces the motivation to relapse or continue substance use.
  • It is used along with counselling, behavioural therapy, and social support to improve treatment outcomes.
  • Naltox-50 Tablet helps individuals maintain sobriety, enhance self-control, and support recovery from addiction.
  • Naltox-50 Tablet plays a vital role in managing substance dependence and promoting a healthier, addiction-free lifestyle.

FAQs

Naltox-50 Tablet is used to treat alcohol dependence (chronic alcoholism) and opioid dependence.

Naltox-50 Tablet works by blocking the effect of opioid receptors and decreasing cravings and urges to use alcohol or opioids, but it is used along with counselling and social support to help patients who are dependent on alcohol abstain from drinking alcoholic drinks.

No, Naltox-50 Tablet should not be used with an opioid analgesic, as it may cause serious adverse effects of the drug. If you have any concerns, please discuss them with your doctor.

Before taking Naltox-50 Tablet , inform your doctor about your medical conditions (particularly hepatitis or liver failure), allergic reactions, and medications you are already taking (especially opioid analgesics). Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Take the rest of the day's doses at evenly spaced intervals unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Using Naltox-50 Tablet in any individual who has failed the naloxone challenge test or has a positive urine screen for opioids is contradicted.

Naltox-50 Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness or sedation, anorexia (eating disorder), decreased appetite, insomnia, and toothache. If the side effects persist or worsen, speak with a doctor.

Naltox-50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. So, inform your doctor if you have liver impairment. Regular monitoring of liver function is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Naltox-50 Tablet can be taken with pain relievers other than opioid medications if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor before taking painkillers/any other medications with Naltox-50 Tablet .

Naltox-50 Tablet cough and cold medicines, thereby, you may not benefit from these medicines. Consult a doctor before taking Naltox-50 Tablet with cold, cough or allergy medicines.

You are advised to take Naltox-50 Tablet only for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the duration of treatment.

Naltox-50 Tablet may not make you high. It might cause sedation, drowsiness, and dizziness. Therefore, avoid driving, operating machinery or doing things that require alertness.

Yes, Naltox-50 Tablet decreases cravings and urge to use opioids by blocking the action of opioid receptors.

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