Irritable Bowel Syndrome -Naltrexone

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome -Naltrexone

The following clinical study found that low dose naltrexone improves pain and overall feeling, and is well tolerated in patients suffering from IBS – “Low-dose naltrexone for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a pilot study” (Dig Dis Sci. 2006 Dec;51(12):2128-33).

Abstract

Preclinical studies have shown that a very low dose of naltrexone hydrochloride (NTX), an opiate antagonist, can block excitatory opioid receptors without affecting inhibitory opioid receptors, resulting in analgesic potency without side effects.

The present study assessed the efficacy and safety of PTI-901 (low-dose NTX) treatment in Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients. Forty-two IBS patients participated in an open-label study. Participants received 0.5 mg PTI-901/day for 4 weeks and were evaluated during baseline, during treatment, and at 4-week follow-up. Patients recorded degree of abdominal pain, stool urgency, consistency, and frequency.

Primary outcomes were number of pain-free days and overall symptom relief, evaluated by a global assessment score. Data were analyzed per protocol. Global assessment improved in 76% of 42 patients. During treatment, the mean weekly number of pain-free days increased from 0.5+/-1 to 1.25+/-2.14 (P=0.011). There were no significant adverse reactions. PTI-901 improves pain and overall feeling, and is well tolerated by IBS patients. A large, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is justified.” PMID: 17080248

We have the ability to compound naltrexone into capsules, in strengths that meet the needs of each of your unique patients.  Copyright© AgeVital Pharmacy

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  1. ThomasDew says:

    Super information. Called and left a message.

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