What is this medicine for

This medication is an alcohol antagonist, prescribed for chronic alcoholism. It blocks the processing of alcohol in the body.

How does it work

Disulfiram causes bad side effects with beer, wine, or mixed drinks.

How should this medicine be used

Adult: PO- 800 mg as a single dose on the 1st day. Reduce dose by 200 mgday. Maintenance: 100-200 mgday. It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Common side effects of this medicine

Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, having blurred eyesight, or a change in thinking clearly. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this drug affects you. Headache. Bad taste in your mouth. This most often goes back to normal. Harm to the liver may rarely happen.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.

What precautions should I take when taking this medicine

If you have an allergy to disulfiram or any other part of this drug. - Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. - If you have any of these health problems: Heart disease or schizophrenia. - If you drink beer, wine, or mixed drinks or take any drugs that have alcohol.

When do I need to seek medical help

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad belly pain. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Not able to eat. Dark urine or yellow skin or eyes. Feeling very tired or weak. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.

Can I take it with other medicines

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store this medicine

Store it at room temperature (20° to 25°C) and in an airtight container. Keep away from moisture and heat.

Pregnancy Category

Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Therapeutic Classification

Antidotes and Detoxifying Agents