Low Dose Naltrexone LDN

LDN stands for Low Dose Naltrexone. It is a novel treatment option being used for many medical conditions. Naltrexone is a medication that has been FDA approved for decades to treat drug and alcohol dependence but research has shown that in very small doses it can help the body work to improve many different medical conditions including chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, depression and much more.

Naltrexone has been a generic drug that is only available as a 50mg tablet or a brand name long acting injection so no drug company can profit from promoting it for other uses.

You can get LDN from compounding pharmacies like ours. Since it is only available as a 50mg tablet, it needs to be compounded into the specific dose that you will need. The doses range from less than 1mg to about 10mg.

Since the dose is so low, the side effects are minimal but studies show about 10% of patients might experience things like vivid dreams, sleep disturbances, nausea, constipation or diarrhea. These mild side effects generally go away in 2-4 days.

LDN can start working in as little as a few weeks to a few months. It’s hard to know how someone will respond because everyone is unique. We will check in with you monthly to check on your progress and recommend dose adjustments to help you get them most benefit from LDN.

No. Naltrexone is only FDA approved for drug and alcohol abuse. LDN is compounded and there is no approval process for compounded medications.

Many studies have shown that LDN is well tolerated with minimal side effects but you should speak with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about your specific situation.

LDN ranges in cost from $45-$70 per month. It may or may not be covered by your insurance depending on your specific plan. We will check your coverage and let you know.

Compounding pharmacies solve medication problems by customizing medications for individual needs. Many people who seek out LDN have tried and failed or had side effects to other treatment options for their condition. Compounding pharmacies like ours work closely with patients like you and your health care provider to find a science-based treatment option that will work for you.

Yes! We can ship your LDN prescription directly to you at no additional charge.

LDN does require a prescription. But you can talk to your health care provider about it. Or you can complete our LDN History Form and we can make a recommendation to your healthcare provider for you.