Opioid Dependence
Opioid dependence, also called opioid use disorder, is a chronic but treatable condition involving dependence on an opioid. It can affect health, relationships and daily life, and the risks include overdose and infections spread through certain behaviours.
Naltrexone Tablets
50mg
Naltrexone tablets for alcohol and opioid dependence. It blocks the rewarding effects of these substances to reduce the urge to drink or use.
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Key points
- Dependence can make it hard to reduce or stop opioid use, even when it causes harm.
- Withdrawal may occur when opioid use is reduced or stopped and can make change harder.
- Treatment can involve medicines and other forms of support, depending on a person’s needs.
Medicines listed for Opioid Dependence
The listed products, Revia and Naltrexone Tablets, both contain Naltrexone. It is an opioid antagonist, a medicine class that blocks the effects of opioids and is used in the treatment of opioid use disorder.