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Nalcon 50Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Consern Pharma P Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Naltrexone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Nalcon 50Mg Tablet

Nalcon 50Mg Tablet belongs to the opioid or narcotic class of drugs. It is used as a prevention method to drug abuse, that is, to stop patients from using other narcotic drugs they may have got addicted to. This medicine is prescribed along with other treatment procedures such as behavioural counselling, change of lifestyle, diet, constant monitoring of vitals etc). Precisely, this medicine is an opiate antagonist. It affects the brains to stop feeling the effects of opiods which include a feeling of induced happiness, extreme relaxation and other misleading emotions. It helps to reduce the urge to take opiates. It is also effective in treating alcohol addiction when combined with a series of treatment procedures. The medicine can be taken along with a meal or along with antacids to prevent any adverse gastrointestinal effect. The dosage is determined based on how the patient responds to the therapy and after monitoring on a regular basis.

Side effects may include withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms include nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal cramps, weakness of joints, malaise, dizziness, drowsiness but inability to get a good night’s sleep, dark coloured urine, difficulty in breathing, palpitations, fluctuating blood pressure, mood fluctuations, anxiety, agitation, confusion and auditory or visual hallucinations.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Nalcon 50Mg Tablet

    • Alcoholism

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Nalcon 50Mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Nalcon 50Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Nalcon 50mg tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Nalcon 50mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Should not drive or use machines

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Nalcon 50Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Nalcon 50Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication counters the effect of narcotic drugs by competing for the same opioid receptor sites that the narcotic drugs aim for. If no narcotic drugs are present in the system this drug does not affect the body pharmacologically.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pain Management Specialist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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