Nalcip 50mg Tablet (Naltrexone (50mg))

Nalcip 50mg Tablet (Naltrexone (50mg)) is used in the treatment of opioid dependence and alcohol addiction. It works by blocking the euphoric feelings (highs) that Some people may experience after taking opiates and alcohol. This reduces the craving and helps you stay away from them.

Nalcip Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine. Continue taking the medicine for as long as the doctor has prescribed it. DO not stop taking the medicine until you have finished the full course.

Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, nervousness, anxiety, sleep disorders, restlessness, abdominal pain, joint pain, muscle pain, and weakness. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking the medicine as you may feel dizzy or tired.

USES OF NALCIP TABLET

• Opioid dependence,
• Alcohol addiction

BENEFITS OF NALCIP TABLET

In Opioid dependence

Opioids are prescribed to treat pain. With prolonged use, the body may become dependent on them and cause withdrawal symptoms, which makes it difficult to stop taking them. Nalcip Tablet helps prevent these cravings that lead to opioid dependence and also helps the person to refrain from taking them repeatedly.

In Alcohol addiction

Nalcip Tablet is a medicine used, along with social support and counseling, to help people recover from alcohol addiction and to avoid having the urge to drink alcohol again. Nalcip Tablet starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating alcohol addiction.

SIDE EFFECTS OF NALCIP TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nalcip

• Joint pain
• Muscle pain
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Anxiety
• Nervousness
• Restlessness
• Sleep disorder

HOW TO USE NALCIP TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nalcip Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW NALCIP TABLET WORKS

Nalcip Tablet is an opioid antagonist. It works by blocking the euphoric feelings (highs) that you may experience after taking opiates and alcohol. This reduces craving and helps you remain off of them.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Nalcip 50mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Nalcip Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Nalcip Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Nalcip Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Nalcip Tablet may make you feel tired or dizzy. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Nalcip Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nalcip Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Nalcip Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nalcip Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.