Substance Use Medications · Alcohol Use Disorder

Naltrexone

Brand: ReVia (oral), Vivitrol (extended-release intramuscular injection)

Opioid antagonist

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1.What type of opioid receptor agent is naltrexone?

2.What are the two naltrexone formulations and doses?

3.How long must a patient be opioid-free before starting naltrexone?

4.What is the most dangerous moment for a patient who stops naltrexone?

5.What baseline labs should you obtain before starting naltrexone?

6.A patient on Vivitrol has a trauma and needs pain management. What is the problem?

7.Why must you NEVER give naltrexone to a patient on buprenorphine or methadone?

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