💠Psychiatric / Mental HealthTablet, oral
ReVia
naltrexone hydrochloride
An opioid antagonist used to support recovery in adults with alcohol dependence and to block the effects of opioids in people who have completed opioid detoxification.
Form
Tablet, oral
Uses
3
Side effects
4
Category
Psychiatric
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What is ReVia used for?
- Treatment of alcohol dependence.
- Blockade of opioid effects in opioid-dependent patients.
- Support for maintaining opioid abstinence.
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naltrexone hydrochloride side effects
Common side effects of naltrexone hydrochloride include:
Nausea
Headache
Fatigue
Anxiety
CommonModerateLess common
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naltrexone hydrochloride warnings & precautions
- Do not use in patients currently using opioids or in acute opioid withdrawal.
- After opioid detoxification, patients have reduced opioid tolerance and are at higher risk of overdose if they relapse.
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Frequently asked questions
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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.