What effect will occur if a patient being treated with naltrexone (ReVia)for substance abuse ingests opioids or alcohol?
A) Increased euphoria
B) Nausea,vomiting,and diarrhea
C) Deep sedation
D) An absence of the "high" associated with drugs

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Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effects of opioids by binding to opioid receptors in the brain. If the patient ingests opioids while taking naltrexone, they will not experience the euphoric effects of the drug. Similarly, naltrexone can reduce the craving for alcohol, and if the patient ingests alcohol while on naltrexone, they may feel less of the intoxicating effects. However, they may still experience some of the negative side effects of alcohol such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

What Effect Will Occur If a Patient Being Treated with Naltrexone