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Revia

Revia

Naltrexone

Naltrexone tablets for alcohol and opioid dependence. They block the reward effects of these substances, reducing craving.

Active ingredient
Naltrexone
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
50mg

Revia is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

Supply requirements for Revia depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.

Revia details

Alternative names
naltrexone
Therapeutic class
Opioid Antagonist
Pharmacological class
Opioid Receptor Antagonist
Known off-label uses
fibromyalgia
Contraindications
active opioid use; acute opioid withdrawal; acute hepatitis
Minor side effects
nausea; headache; dizziness
Moderate side effects
insomnia; anxiety; abdominal pain
Serious side effects
severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
DuPont Pharmaceuticals
Onset Time
1 hour
Duration
24–72 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Opioid Analgesics
Age restrictions
Approved for adults over eighteen years.
Patient summary

Naltrexone tablets for alcohol and opioid dependence. They block the reward effects of these substances, reducing craving.

Mechanism of action

Competitively blocks central opioid receptors, muting the euphoria associated with opioid and alcohol use.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use if potential benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

What you will receive

Revia names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Naltrexone at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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