Naltima 50mg Tablet

Naltima 50mg tablet belongs to the opioid or narcotic class of drugs. It is used as a prevention method to drug abuse, that is, to stop patients from using other narcotic drugs they may have got addicted to.

This medicine is prescribed along with other treatment procedures such as behavioural counselling, change of lifestyle, diet, constant monitoring of vitals etc).

Precisely, this medicine is an opiate antagonist. It affects the brains to stop feeling the effects of opiods which include a feeling of induced happiness, extreme relaxation and other misleading emotions. It helps to reduce the urge to take opiates.

It is also effective in treating alcohol addiction when combined with a series of treatment procedures. The medicine can be taken along with a meal or along with antacids to prevent any adverse gastrointestinal effect. The dosage is determined based on how the patient responds to the therapy and after monitoring on a regular basis.

Naltima Tablet is a medicine that is used for the treatment of Opioid dependence, Chronic alcoholism, Acute alcoholism and other conditions.

The complete list of uses and indications for Naltima Tablet is as follows:

• Opioid dependence
• Chronic alcoholism
• Acute alcoholism

Naltima Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed here.

Naltrexone belongs to the class of drugs called opiate antagonists. The drug acts by antagonizing the effect of opioids by competing for the opioid receptors in the central nervous system. Thus, it improves the feeling of well-being by relieving pain. The mechanism of action of Naltrexone in treating alcoholism is still unclear.

The dosage and the drug form depend on the age, weight and medical condition of an individual. Take Naltrexone as prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Take the drug with or without food. However, taking the drug with food prevents stomach upset.

If you miss a dose of Naltrexone, please take it immediately once you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

The overdose symptoms of Naltrexone may include:

• Fainting
• Trouble in breathing

You must seek immediate medical care if you experience any of the above symptoms.

Hypersensitivity to Naltima Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Naltima Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Acute hepatitis
• Concurrently dependent on opioids
• Hypersensitivity
• Therapeutic opioid analgesics

• Missed Dose:

In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.

• Overdose:

Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects.

If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Naltima Tablet, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.

Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.

Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Naltima Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Irritability
• Affective disorders
• Abnormally rapid heart rate
• Increased sweating
• Perspiration
• Restlessness
• Change in electrocardiogram
• Nausea
• Joint pain
• Abdominal pain
• Naltima Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney impairment, bleeding disorder, patient under treatment with disulfiram and thioridazine, pregnancy, breastfeeding, elderly, and in children.

• Monitor liver functions regularly.
• Patient may develop with suicidal thoughts.
• Strictly avoid the usage of heroin or opioid drugs, otherwise it will cause death.
• Patients should be free from opioid at least 10 days before the treatment with this medication.

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1.Can you take Naltima forever?

No, Naltima must be taken as long as prescribed by your doctor

2.Can you take Naltima with Xanax (alprazolam)?

Caution has to be exercised when Naltima is taken with alprazolam and its derivatives

3.Can you take naltrexone with suboxone (naloxone and buprenorphine)/ Subtex (buprenorphine)?

No, both suboxone and subtext are used in opioid withdrawal. Hence they should not be taken with naltrexone, as an additive effect leading to side effects may occur. Always follow the instructions of the doctor

4.Does Naltima make you high/ sleepy?

No, Naltima does not make you high but, may rarely make you sleepy

5.Does Naltima help with pain/ for weight loss?

Naltima has no known effects on pain and is not indicated for weight loss

6.Does Naltima help with opiate cravings?

Yes, Naltima helps reduce opiate cravings

7.Does Naltima test positive for opiates?

No, Naltima does not test positive for opiates.