The following are some of the items discussed with you. This list is not inclusive of all items or factors discussed or related to your medical problem including the procedure to be performed. By signing this form, I agree to the have a pellet implanted in my body.
Naltrexone blocks the effects of opiates, such as heroin.
Naltrexone is not a cure for my addiction. If you have used opiates within the last week, you will go into withdrawal from the pellet. If you use opiates while on naltrexone, nothing will happen unless the naltrexone wears off. Of course, for your treatment for addiction to be effective, you will need to go to support meetings such as a 12-Step Recovery Program. During the therapy, a pellet which contains naltrexone will be inserted under the skin.