Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Relistor Injection
Relistor Injection
| Generic name | methylnaltrexone (methylnaltrexone bromide) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Peripheral opioid receptor antagonist (peripherally acting mu-opioid receptor antagonist) |
| Forms | Subcutaneous injection (pre-filled syringe or single-dose vial), Oral tablet |
Relistor is a prescription medicine given as an injection under the skin (or as tablets) to treat constipation caused by opioid pain medicines, without reducing the pain-relieving effects of the opioid.
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