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Naltrexone / ReviaProper use of this medication: * This medication is not addictive, and does not cause a high feeling. * This medication must be taken on a regular basis to be of benefit. * Take this medication exactly as directed. Do not take more of it and do not take it more often than prescribed. Do not miss any doses. * If there is a possibility you may become pregnant or breast-feed while on this medication, first consult with your physician. * This medication should not be discontinued without first consulting with your physician. * Store this medication in a cool, safe place away from the reach of children. This medication is usually well tolerated. However, possible side effects include: * Dizziness: This is a fairly common side effect, which often disappears with continued use. * Nausea: This is a fairly common side effect, which often disappears with continued use. * Less common side effects may include: headache, constipation, nervousness, fatigue, insomnia, limb or abdominal pain, weight loss. * Please inform your physician if you have had any liver problems. The following other medications may require dosage adjustment while taking Naltrexone: * Pain relievers with narcotics (Codeine, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone/Percodan, Morphine, Hydromorphone/Dilaudid, Methadone/Dolophine, Meperidine/Demerol, Buprenorphine/Buprenex, Butorphanol/Stadol, Pentazocine/Talwin, Fentanyl/Duragesic, Nalbuphine/Nubain, Propoxyphene/Darvon, etc.). * Dextromethorphan (found in many over-the-counter cough and cold preparations). * Anti-diarrhea medications (Loperamide/Imodium, Diphenoxylate/Lomotil). * Thioridazine/Mellaril, Disulfuram/Antabuse. |
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