In Alcohol addictionNalcovig 50 Tablet is a medicine used, along with social support and counseling, to help people recover from alcohol addiction and to avoid having the urge to drink alcohol again. Nalcovig 50 Tablet starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating alcohol addiction. In Opioid dependenceOpioids are prescribed to treat pain. With prolonged use, the body may become dependent on them and cause withdrawal symptoms, which makes it difficult to stop taking them. Nalcovig 50 Tablet helps prevent these cravings that lead to opioid dependence and also helps the person to refrain from taking them repeatedly.show moreshow less

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common Side Effects :
Joint pain
Muscle pain
Headache
Vomiting
Weakness
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Anxiety
Nervousness
Restlessness
Sleep disorder
Fatigue
Sleepiness

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nalcovig 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Nalcovig 50 Tablet is an opioid antagonist. It works by blocking the euphoric feelings (highs) that you may experience after taking opiates and alcohol. This reduces craving and helps you remain off of them.

Alcohol:
Consuming alcohol with Nalcovig 50 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:
Nalcovig 50 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding:
Nalcovig 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:
Nalcovig 50 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Nalcovig 50 Tablet may make you feel tired or dizzy. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney:
Nalcovig 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nalcovig 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:
Nalcovig 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nalcovig 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Do not consume opioid derivatives while on this treatment.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Nalcovig 50 Tablet affects you.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

If you miss a dose of Nalcovig 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.