naltrexone Definition
nal·trex·one (nal trek′sōn)
noun
a white, crystalline, nonaddictive synthetic drug, CHNO·HCl, that blocks or reverses the effects of alcohol or a narcotic
naltrexone Usage Examples
Converse of object
- take: Vouchers of the same value were given each time the patient took naltrexone.
- use: There are various ways of using naltrexone - as part of a ' rapid ' detox and as a daily dose to maintain abstinence.
- prescribe: Visit the GP prescribing the Naltrexone within the week after discharge from the clinic.
Adjective modifier
- oral: It is recommended that the client has had at least two weeks of oral naltrexone prior to considering an implant.
- opioid: The opioid antagonist naltrexone can be used to help maintain abstinence.
Modifies a noun
- treatment: Fears have also been raised about pain relief options while on naltrexone treatment.
- implant: Naltrexone implants can be used to ensure regular dosage.
- tablet: Naltrexone tablets are currently licensed for use in addiction.
- maintenance: A compressed opiate detoxification regime with naltrexone maintenance: patient tolerance, risk assessment and abstinence rates.
Noun used with modifier
- antagonist: The opioid antagonist naltrexone can be used to help maintain abstinence.
- mg: Patients should receive 25 mg naltrexone on day 1 followed by 50 mg daily thereafter for an initial period of 3 months.
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