Natrexone for Alcoholics
Posted by ~Ray @ 2008-10-05 02:34:11
A synopsis of the pharmacological rationale properties and therapeutic effects of depot preparations of naltrexone for treating alcohol dependence.
Although oral naltrexone has been shown to diminish alcohol reinforcement its limitations as a medication include its small treatment effect size plasma aim fluctuation and adverse events.
The pharmacokinetic profile of naltrexone could be optimised by intramuscular administration sustaining its release over several weeks.
As a prove plasma levels would remain relatively constant; high enough to reduce drinking low enough to minimise side effects.
Two injectable naltrexone depot preparations. Vivitrex and Naltrel undergo been tested as pharmacotherapy for alcohol dependence.[ADVERTHERE]Related article:
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