Was ist Naltrexonhydrochlorid?

Was ist Naltrexonhydrochlorid?

Der Wirkstoff Naltrexon ist ein so genanntes „Anti- Opiat“, das heißt, es blockiert im menschlichen Körper die Empfangsstellen für Heroin und opiathaltige Medikamente wie beispielsweise Methadon, Subutex®, Codein, Tramal® etc.. Naltrexon wird als Tablette eingenommen.

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What happens if you drink alcohol while taking naltrexone?

Naltrexone binds to the opiate receptors in the brain and blocks their function, thereby blocking the sensation of pleasure that is produced by drinking alcohol. If a person does drink while taking naltrexone, he or she will continue to experience a lessening of inhibition leading to risky behavior, sedation, and depression.

When to start naltrexone?

In pill form, naltrexone is usually prescribed to be taken once a day. Studies have looked at the use of naltrexone over a 12-week period to help people who have stopped drinking to reduce the craving for alcohol during the early days of abstinence when the risk of a relapse is the greatest, but doctors may prescribe it to be used for longer.

What is naltrexone and how does it work?

Naltrexone belongs to a class of drugs known as opiate antagonists. It works in the brain to prevent opiate effects (e.g., feelings of well-being, pain relief). It also decreases the desire to take opiates. This medication is also used to treat alcohol abuse. It can help people drink less alcohol or stop drinking altogether.

How does naltrexone make you feel?

Side effects as a result of naltrexone use are reported to be relatively rare, but they do occur in some instances. Nausea, stomach cramps, and diarrhea are the most common reported side effects; however, these typically resolve over time. Some individuals may experience muscle stiffness, cramps, and headaches.