What do naltrexone tablets do?
NALTREXONE (Depade, ReVia) helps you to remain free of your dependence on opiate drugs (narcotics) or alcohol. Naltrexone works by blocking the “high” that these substances can give you. Naltrexone therapy is combined with counseling and support groups. You can only use naltrexone after an initial detoxification period. If you take naltrexone while you are still taking opiate drugs, you can induce withdrawal symptoms. Generic naltrexone tablets are available. What should my health care professional know before I take naltrexone? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: if you are still using opiate drugs (narcotics) or alcohol liver disease, including hepatitis kidney disease an unusual or allergic reaction to naltrexone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives pregnant or trying to get pregnant breast-feeding How should I take this medicine? Take naltrexone tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water
