Expert advice for Naltima Tablet
Do not consume opioid (opioid free) for a minimum of 7-10 days before starting naltrexone therapy. Your doctor may perform naloxone challenge test (a diagnosis for chronic opiate abuse) before starting the treatment with naltrexone. Do not consume opioid derivatives while on naltrexone treatment. Naltrexone is not recommended in children. Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any medications for diarrhea, cough, pain, or disulfiram and thioridazine. Do not drive or operate machine as you may feel dizzy or tired. Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Composition
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Naltrexone (50mg) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Weakness, Anxiety, Joint pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nervousness, Muscle pain, Abdominal pain, Restlessness. |
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How to works
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How Naltima Tablet works
Naltrexone belongs to a class of medicines called opioid antagonists. Naltrexone decreases the craving for alcohol or opioid by acting on specific opioid receptors in the brain. It reduces the feeling of euphoria previously experienced after taking opioids or large amounts of alcohol.
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