Naltrexone
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for CNS, Nerve & Mental Health treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Take orally once daily with water, with or without meals. Patients MUST be completely opioid-free for at least 7 to 10 days (verified by naloxone challenge or urine drug screen) prior to starting naltrexone to avoid precipitating life-threatening acute opioid withdrawal.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Nausea, headache, dizziness, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, abdominal cramps, arthralgia. Rare/Severe: Hepatotoxicity (dose-dependent hepatocellular injury), precipitated acute opioid withdrawal syndrome, depression, and fatal opioid overdose if patient attempts to overcome receptor blockade.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Black box warning: Precipitated opioid withdrawal can be severe and life-threatening; opioid-free interval of 7-10 days is mandatory. Patients must carry medical identification stating they are on naltrexone. Monitor liver enzymes. Warn patients that attempts to override blockade with large doses of opioids can cause fatal respiratory arrest.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Naltrexone
Found 1 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Naltrexone.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naltrexone 50Mg Tablets | 10's | ₹511.00 | Naltima, Nodict, Addline | ₹986.22 | 48% Save |
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