Naltrexone is an opioid receptor antagonist used primarily in the management of alcohol dependence and opioid dependence. It is marketed in generic form as its hydrochloride salt naltrexone hydrochloride and marketed under the trade names Revia and Depade. In some countries including the United States a once-monthly extended-release injectable formulation is marketed under the trade name Vivitrol.
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