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Naltrexone Hydrochloride (Generic Health) TM
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Active ingredients: naltrexone
Pack: Naltrexone Hydrochloride (Generic Health) 50 mg tablet, 30, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: NALTREXONE GH naltrexone hydrochloride 50mg film coated tablets blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
NALTREXONE GH is indicated for use within a comprehensive treatment programme for alcohol dependence. NALTREXONE GH is also indicated as adjunctive therapy in the maintenance of formerly opioid-dependent patients who have ceased the use of opioids such as diamorphine (heroin) and morphine.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- The Natrexone 50mg filmcoated tablets are beige, capsule-shaped tablets with a score on each side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient naltrexone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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