This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Alcoholism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Alcoholism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Naltrexone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Naltrexone is used -

Moderate

स्खलन विकार
कब्ज (और पढ़ें - कब्ज के घरेलू उपाय)
उलझन
मतिभ्रम

Mild

मतली या उलटी
सिरदर्द
दुर्बलता
चिंता (और पढ़ें - चिंता दूर करने के घरेलू उपाय)
अनिद्रा
घबराहट
मांसपेशियों में दर्द (और पढ़ें - मांसपेशियों में दर्द के घरेलू उपाय)
पेट दर्द
बेचैनी
इंजेक्शन लगने वाली जगह पर एलर्जी की प्रतिक्रिया
भूख कम लगना
चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
दस्त
कमर दर्द (और पढ़ें - कमर दर्द के घरेलू उपाय)
मुंह सूखना

Naltrexone Related Warnings

Is the use of Naltrexone safe for pregnant women?

Naltrexone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Naltrexone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Naltrexone safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Naltrexone for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Naltrexone on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Naltrexone on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Naltrexone on the Liver?

Side effects of Naltrexone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Naltrexone on the Heart?

Using Naltrexone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Naltrexone with Other Drugs

Naltrexone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Moderate

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Paracetamol

Naltrexone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Naltrexone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Naltrexone

Is this Naltrexone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Naltrexone has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Naltrexone as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Naltrexone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Naltrexone for mental disorders.

No

Naltrexone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Naltrexone

You can take Naltrexone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Naltrexone

Consuming Naltrexone with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

See all substitutes for Naltrexone

Naltima 50 Tablet - ₹793.3
Nodict Tablet - ₹747.7
Nalcon 50 Mg Tablet - ₹553.87
Naltrawave Tablet - ₹476.0
Naltrexone Tablet - ₹787.0

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

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