naltrexone hcl-oral (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor you medical history, especially: liver disease, any alcohol or drug use, any allergies. This medication blocks the effects of narcotics and heroin. However, large doses of heroin or narcotics can overcome this block and may cause serious injury, coma and even death. Make sure you understand completely the risks and benefits of using this medication. Follow your doctors instructions closely. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication is excreted into
breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medication you may use, especially: cough medication, diarrhea medication, narcotic medication. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include yellowing eyes or skin; dark urine, fever, or fatigue.
NOTES: It is recommended you carry or wear medical identification stating you are taking this drug so that appropriate treatment can be given in a medical emergency.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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