Naltrexone Tablets
Name: Naltrexone Tablets
Uses of Naltrexone Tablets
- It is used to help keep you alcohol-free.
- It is used to keep a drug-free state.
- It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Naltrexone Tablets?
- If you have an allergy to naltrexone or any other part of this medicine (naltrexone tablets).
- If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
- If you are taking an opioid drug on a regular basis, are addicted to an opioid drug, or are having withdrawal signs.
- If you have taken a pain drug within the past 7 to 10 days.
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (naltrexone tablets) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
How do I store and/or throw out Naltrexone Tablets?
- Store at room temperature.
- Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
- Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs.