REVIA

Name

Revia (Naltrexone)

Indications for use

The drug is used as part of adjuvant therapy in the treatment of alcoholism and drug dependence in adults. The drug prescribed by a doctor can also be used to treat other conditions.

Application

Take medication only on prescription. To select the exact dosage drug instructions are to be read:

• The drug is taken orally.
• Avoid taking the medication until reaction to the naltrexone test is negative.
• Before taking the medication refrain from the use of psychoactive substances within 7-10 days
• The drug is contraindicated in patients with liver or kidney diseases and other diseases that make Revia application inadvisable.

Drug class and mechanism of action

Revia blocks the effects of injectable opioids (heroin, narcotic pain relievers) and helps reduce the consumption of alcohol.

Missed dose

In a single pass of the drug dose, miss the dose and return to normal dosing schedule. Double dose at once may cause complications.

Storage

The drug should be stored at room temperature 25 ° C (77 ° F), protected from heat, moisture and light, out of reach of children. Short-term storage at a temperature of 15-30 ° C (59-86 ° F)is allowed. Storing in the bathroom is not recommended.