I know Naltrexone can be used to block the effects of alcahol "BUT" can it also be used to prevent a hangover if taken just before you collaps (pass out) after a night out on the bottle......
2007-12-25 23:11:21 · 6 answers · asked by Qtrav24 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
NALTREXONE is an opioid antagonist. Naltrexone blocks the effects of narcotic drugs and alcohol. Naltrexone blocks the "high" that is achieved by use of these substances
Naltrexone is used in the treatment of narcotic drug or alcohol addiction.. This should not be taken for preventing hangovers and it may end up fatel. Always consult your physician before taking this medication or it should not be taken without proper prescription.
Do not use narcotic drugs or alcohol while taking naltrexone. Never try to overcome the effects of the medication by taking large doses of narcotic drugs or alcohol. Doing so could result in dangerous effects, including coma and death.-
2007-12-26 02:16:59 · answer #1 · answered by Jayaraman 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Naltrexone is an opioid receptor antagonist used primarily in the management of alcohol dependence and opioid dependence. The blockade of opioid receptors is the basis behind its action in the management of opioid dependence—it reversibly blocks or attenuates the effects of opioids. Naltrexone is sometimes used for rapid detoxification regimens for opioid dependence. The main use of naltrexone is for the treatment of alcohol dependence. It essentially counters the effect of opioids and alcohol.
2016-05-26 06:47:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Naltrexone is an opiate antagonist that has some analgesic activity. It actually blocks pleasure - someone that likes the "buzz" from alcohol enjoys it less when they are taking it.
A better way is to take large amounts of B and C vitamins before you start to drink, and eat something before you go to sleep.
DK
2007-12-25 23:23:01 · answer #3 · answered by dooberheim 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Possibly.
But all I know is that it is being used by some as an "off-label" experimental treatment for certain immunologically-related disorders, including HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis; Parkinson's, cancer, autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis, and central nervous system disorders.
2007-12-25 23:46:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/naltrexone_ad.htm for your info the hangover would increase and nausea too
2007-12-26 00:03:49 · answer #5 · answered by dremadagwa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it can't.
2013-12-18 01:56:26 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋