Why Opioids and Naltrexone Don’t Mix
So you’re thinking about starting naltrexone for an alcohol use disorder, good for you! Before you start, your clinician will ask you about whether you use an opioid. Here’s why.
Day: November 14, 2019
So you’re thinking about starting naltrexone for an alcohol use disorder, good for you! Before you start, your clinician will ask you about whether you use an opioid. Here’s why.
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is indicated for the treatment of opioid dependence in adults. Suboxone should not be taken by individuals who have been shown to be hypersensitive to buprenorphine or naloxone as serious adverse reactions, including anaphylactic shock, have been reported. Taking Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) with other opioid medicines, benzodiazepines, alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants can cause breathing problems that can lead to coma and death. Other side effects may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, constipation, insomnia, pain, increased sweating, sleepiness, dizziness, coordination problems, physical dependence or abuse, and liver problems. For more information about Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) see Suboxone.com, the full Prescribing Information, and Medication Guide, or talk to your healthcare provider. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Florida
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Ste 210, #17
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fax (HIPAA): (813) 200-2822
Michigan
3300 Washtenaw Ave
Ste 280
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
fax (HIPAA): (855)716-4494
New Jersey
5 Greentree Center
Ste 117
Marlton, NJ 08053
fax (HIPAA): (609) 855-5027
New Mexico
5901 Indian School Road, NE
Ste 212
Albuquerque, NM 87110
fax (HIPAA): (855) 716-4494
Ohio
6855 Spring Valley Dr
Ste 110
Holland, OH 43528
fax (HIPAA): (513) 823-3247
Texas
5373 W Alabama St
Ste 204
Houston, TX 77056
fax (HIPAA): (737) 738-5046
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