Naltrexone

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: May 21, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

ReVia, Vivitrol

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Opioid antagonists

Forms:

Tablet, extended release injectable suspension, implant

Administration:

By mouth, by intramuscular injection, by subcutaneous implant placement

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Alcohol use disorder
  • Opioid use disorder

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Naltrexone Drug Class

Naltrexone (nahl-trex-ohn) is an opioid antagonist.

Naltrexone Age Range

Naltrexone is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this drug have not been established in the pediatric population.