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Nalcon 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Product Summary

Salt Content
Naltrexone(50.0 Mg)
Uses
Alcohol dependence, Opioid dependence
Therapy
Deaddiction
Side effects
Nausea, Vomiting, Anxiety, Restlessness, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Insomnia
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Medical Description

Nalcon 50 mg tablet is a deaddiction medicine used to treat opioid and alcohol dependence. Opioid dependence occurs when an individual becomes physically dependent on an opioid-like substance; their body relies on it to avoid withdrawal. Alcohol addiction is a medical condition characterised by current or past history of excessive drinking, a strong craving for alcohol, and an inability to control alcohol consumption despite having problems with drinking. The active ingredient in Nalcon 50 mg tablets is Naltrexone. The mode of action of Nalcon 50 mg tablets is by blocking the effect of opioid receptors that decrease cravings and urges for opioids or alcohol. Directions for use of Nalcon 50 mg tablets should be strictly followed. Many side effects are associated with this medicine, so dosage must be carefully monitored. Abrupt stoppage of Nalcon 50 mg tablets can cause clinical worsening of the condition or lead to withdrawal-like symptoms. Apart from medicinal treatment, psychological counselling and social support are essential for deaddiction.

Uses

  • As per CDSCO, Nalcon 50 mg tablets are used for the treatment of:
  • Alcohol dependence
  • Opioid dependence

Contraindications

  • Do not use Nalcon 50 mg tablets or use caution:
  • If you are allergic to Naltrexone, the main component in Nalcon 50 mg tablet
  • If you have sudden suicidal thoughts or ideation
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • If you are below 18 years of age
  • If you have severe renal disease
  • If you have severe hepatic impairment
  • If you have acute hepatitis

Side effects

  • Side effects of Nalcon 50 mg tablets include:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness
  • Joint pain
  • Muscle pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Nalcon 50 mg tablets are not recommended for pregnant women. Limited studies have shown an increased risk of severe side effects in newborns, like signs of withdrawal such as restlessness, excessive crying, tremors, and feeding problems. Talk to your doctor to evaluate the risks and benefits of taking this medicine in your condition.

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Breast Feeding

The use of Nalcon 50 mg tablets should be avoided while breastfeeding. Animal studies showed its excretion in breast milk, which may be harmful to the newborn. Discuss potential risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine as a nursing mother.

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Driving

Nalcon 50 mg tablets may result in side effects that affect your driving ability. It may cause decreased alertness, vision problems, sleepiness, nervousness, lack of coordination, disorientation etc. Avoid driving if you are experiencing these side effects after taking this medicine.

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Alcohol

You should avoid taking alcohol with Nalcon 50 mg tablets as it may cause a relapse of alcohol dependence. Consuming alcohol along with ongoing treatment with Nalcon 50 mg tablets may not produce the effect of drunkenness but still may cause sleepiness, lethargy, headache, vomiting, disorientation, dizziness, and anxiety. You should follow the complete treatment plan for alcohol dependence to have a successful outcome.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have an allergic reaction after taking Nalcon 50 mg tablets.
  • You have been prescribed any opioid medicine for cough or pain.
  • You experience severe and persistent side effects.
  • You are pregnant or planning to conceive.
  • You have severe liver impairment.
  • You have renal impairment.
  • You take (or plan to take) other prescription medications, herbal products, vitamins, and nutritional supplements. These may interact with Nalcon 50 mg tablets.

Directions for Use

  • Take Nalcon 50 mg tablets exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Take Nalcon 50 mg tablets on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
  • Take Nalcon 50 mg tablets as a whole with a full glass of water. Do not break or chew this medicine.
  • You can take a Nalcon 50 mg tablet before or after food or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Please do not exceed the recommended dosage of Nalcon 50 mg tablet, as it can lead to an overdose.
  • Do not abruptly stop using Nalcon 50 mg tablets, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Storage and disposal

Store Nalcon 50 mg tablets at room temperature in a cool and dry area, away from sunlight. Keep the tablets in a locked cabinet, away from the reach of pets and kids. Please do not remove the medicine from its original packing. Do not flush Nalcon 50 mg tablets down the toilet. Do not throw the medicines as household waste. Dispose of the expired medicine immediately. Do not consume this medication after the expiry date on the label.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Nalcon 50 mg tablets can lead to toxicity or poisoning. Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, seizures, cardiac impairment, and respiratory failure. Seek emergency medical treatment if you experience these symptoms.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Nalcon 50 mg tablets, try to take it as soon as you remember. If you recall the missed dose when it is almost time for the next one, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take both of them together; this can lead to adverse reactions.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Nalcon 50 mg tablets contain Naltrexone 50 mg as their active ingredient. Naltrexone belongs to the opioid-antagonist class of medication. It works by blocking the effect of opioid receptors. This results in blocking the euphoric and sedative effects of opioids and alcohol and causing a decrease in cravings and urges to use these substances.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Nalcon 50 mg tablet interaction with high dose opioids can lead to life-threatening opioid poisoning from respiratory to circulatory impairment.
  • Nalcon 50 mg tablet interaction with methadone in substitution treatment increases the risk of the onset of withdrawal syndrome.
  • Nalcon 50 mg tablet interaction with antidepressants (amitriptyline, doxepin, and trimipramine), antipsychotics (thioridazine), sedatives (droperidol), opioids (codeine), central antihypertensives, (alpha-methyldopa), antibiotics (clarithromycin), and anti-rheumatics (leflunomide) can cause severe side effects.
  • Medicines used to produce anaesthesia before surgery may become less effective if given with Nalcon 50 mg tablets. A modification in the dose of an anaesthetic agent may be required.
  • Supplements (herbal or otherwise) can interact with Nalcon 50 mg tablets to cause adverse side effects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Nalcon 50 mg tablets should not be used in children and adolescents under 18. Safety data in children has not been established yet.

You should not take opioid analgesics with Nalcon 50 mg tablets, as it may lead to interaction and cause severe adverse effects.

The process of full recovery in alcohol or opioid dependence varies from person to person and their compliance to the treatment. The treatment plan includes medicinal treatment along with psychological counselling. Initially, your doctor will prescribe Nalcon 50 mg tablets for a minimum of three months. The complete treatment may take longer, depending on how well you follow the guidelines and your response to the treatment.

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Brand:NALCON

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Fulfillment Information: Nalcon 50 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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