Naltrexone Pellet Implant Surgical Procedure HD

Naltrexone is a prescription medication belonging to a class of drugs called opioid antagonists. The medication functions by blocking some of the effects of opioids and alcohol in the brain at the cell receptor level, helping to suppress cravings. This means if you take opioid medications (hydrocodone, oxycodone, fentanyl, etc.), use street drugs (e.g., heroin), or drink alcohol while using naltrexone, the medication blocks the reinforcing effects of endorphins, minimizing or eliminating the expected euphoria. Increase Success with Longer Acting Naltrexone! Naltrexone is a gold standard for the treatment of opioid and alcohol use disorders, but effectiveness is limited by inconsistent use and subsequent relapse. Studies have demonstrated daily monitoring and assessment using phone and text message reminders do not improve oral compliance. Unfortunately, individuals who fail to comply with the treatment program early experience worse outcomes than those who continue to use the medication consistently. Since compliance is difficult when facing cravings from addiction, using longer acting forms of naltrexone such as injections or implants may be the best possible answer to achieve successful sobriety. The Future of Addiction Treatment Current medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options for opioid addiction may include drugs that swap one addiction for another, including methadone, buprenorphine and drugs that contain buprenorphine, such as Suboxone. Oftentimes, individuals remain addicted to the very drug used to break their addiction to opioids. Naltrexone has no addictive properties, and since it’s long-acting and blocks the opioid receptors in the brain, individuals have the opportunity to fully engage in personal rehabilitation and improve their potential success to enjoy long-term recovery.