
What Is Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)?
Typical dosages of naltrexone help treat alcoholism and opioid addiction. When taken at a much smaller dose, naltrexone can provide different healing effects. Low-dose naltrexone can help with conditions such as:
Naltrexone is a mu-opioid receptor antagonist. It negates the sedative effects of drugs such as heroin or other opioids by blocking one or more opioid receptors in the nervous system. Naltrexone also reduces the impact of withdrawal symptoms and reduces the user’s craving for opioids.
Commercially, naltrexone is available in 50 mg tablets. A compounding pharmacy must provide custom dosage amounts for lower doses. Compounding pharmacists have specialized training and will work with medical professionals to guide dosing protocols for various conditions.
Naltrexone is a mu-opioid receptor antagonist. It negates the sedative effects of drugs such as heroin or other opioids by blocking one or more opioid receptors in the nervous system. Naltrexone also reduces the impact of withdrawal symptoms and reduces the user’s craving for opioids.
Commercially, naltrexone is available in 50 mg tablets. A compounding pharmacy must provide custom dosage amounts for lower doses. Compounding pharmacists have specialized training and will work with medical professionals to guide dosing protocols for various conditions.