Question 1

what is the definition or description of: naltrexone allergy?

Accepted Answer

Naltrexone  Allergy: Naltrexone (Revia &amp; Depade) is used for the management of alcohol &amp; opioid dependence. Allergic reactions could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face, hives or difficulty breathing.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: depade (naltrexone) allergy?

Accepted Answer

Depade Allergy: Naltrexone (Revia &amp; Depade) is used for the management of alcohol &amp; opioid dependence. Allergic reactions could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face,  hives or difficulty breathing.

Question 3

is 50mg of naltrexone too much for an autistic child? would a ldn (low dose) be better?

Accepted Answer

: Naltrexone is typically prescribed for alcohol and opioid dependence. It has been theorized for use in autism, but the research has not been consistent. If you are working with a doctor to use the medication, it would be best to discuss dosing and how to use the medication with that doctor.  It is not a medication typically recommended for autism, but your physician could talk through this.

Question 4

my daughter is on 50mg of naltrexone for autism. the more research i do, i believe this is a big mistake. your thoughts?

Accepted Answer

: Naltrexone has shown benefit in reducing certain aspects of autism (self-harm, etc.), and so far there have been studies which have not produced results showing adverse effects, especially at the dosage mentioned in your question.

Question 5

i am seeking a doctor who prescribes naltrexone. ?

Accepted Answer

Wrong forum: You have posted a question on our free, public, informational forum. This forum is not for medical care or medical advice. Try our premium forums that provide care (called HealthTap virtual consults in the US). The fees are set regardless of whether or not the doctor prescribes a medication. That said, patients generally should not be getting naltrexone online but rather during in-person care.

Question 6

is there a good, natural way to produce naltrexone?

Accepted Answer

No: Naltrexone is a synthetic pharamceutical.  I know of no "natural" way to produce it, but it is readily available (with a prescription) from pharmacies.

Question 7

is naltrexone considered a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

No: No, it is not controlled and it has no abuse potential.

Question 8

what if a person overdoses on heroin while taking naltrexone?

Accepted Answer

The person could die: 'overdosing' on any substance (or alcohol) can potentially kill a person. This includes heroin. Naltrexone, prescribed for opiate and alcohol dependence, blocks the effects of opiates (like heroin); though it will not offset overdose lethality. Use of heroin is associated with a variety of severe emotional and general medical difficulties.

Question 9

can naltrexone be used for a food addiction?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: One drug company is trying to get approval for a medication that combines Naltrexone with bupropion for the treatment of obesity. Thier is evidence that high sugar/fatty foods cause a release of endorphins. I personally have tried it on a few of my obese patients and they do not seem to find it as helpful or tolerate it as well as my alcohol dependent patients. It is not indicated at this time.

Question 10

is a prescription from a dr. needed for naltrexone?

Accepted Answer

Medicine: yes you need a script as it is not over the counter medication

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