Review of Case Narratives from Fatal Overdoses Associated with Injectable Naltrexone for Opioid Dependence

ConclusionsVivitrol adverse event reports suggest the need to investigate two  months following the last medicine injection as a period of particular concern for overdose. A registry study would best quantify risk. Providers should report suspected post-discontinuation overdoses to government authorities.

Source: Drug Safety - October 1, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research