Name: Naltrexone (Trexan)
Class: Opioid Antagonist
Mechanism: Competitive inhib. at opioid receptors.
Absorption: Oral
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Metabolism.:
Excretion, t½: Long duration of action.
Toxicity/S.E.s:
Utility: “Maintenance” drug for opioid addicts in rehab. programs. May also decrease alcohol craving in chronic alcoholics.
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