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It is not likely that naltrexone will cause liver damage when taken in recommended doses. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Due to these reports, some physicians may check liver function tests prior to starting naltrexone, and periodically thereafter. In this case, your doctor may order a higher dose (100-150 milligrams) to be taken every 2-3 days to make it easier to schedule clinic visits. It does not appear to change the percentage of people drinking. Naltrexone may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Your doctor may start you at a lower dose and monitor you for any side effects or withdrawal symptoms before increasing your dose. Naltrexone is used as part of a treatment program for drug or alcohol dependence. This medication must not be used in people currently taking opiates, including methadone. Doing so can cause sudden withdrawal symptoms. Naltrexone may cause liver damage when taken in large doses. Concerns for liver toxicity initially arose from a study of nonaddicted obese patients receiving 300 mg of naltrexone. Naltrexone belongs to a class of drugs known as opiate antagonists. Naltrexone will not cause you to "sober up" and will not decrease the effects of alcohol you recently consumed. Before having surgery or any medical treatment, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication. Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist and works by blocking the effects of opioids, both those from inside and outside the body. Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist and works by blocking the effects of opioids, both those from inside and outside the body. Naltrexone has been shown to decrease the amount and frequency of drinking. Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 50 milligrams once daily or as directed by your doctor. It is not likely that naltrexone will cause liver damage when taken in recommended doses.