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Antabuse (Disulfiram)
Chemical Name: DISULFIRAM (dye-SUL-fi-ram) Antabuse (Disulfiram) Antabuse is used to treat chronic alcoholism. The chemical name of Antabuse is (diethylthiocarbamoyl) disulfide. It causes unpleasant effects when even small amounts of alcohol are consumed. The unpleasant effects may include flushing of the face, headache, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, weakness, blurred vision, mental confusion, sweating, choking, breathing difficulty, and anxiety. These effects begin roughly around 10 minutes after the intake of alcohol and last for around 1 hour or more. Remember that while disulfiram is not a cure for alcoholism, it discourages drinking. Antabuse, when used together with behavior modification, counseling support, and psychotherapy, can help you stop drinking. This medicine is not a cure for alcoholism. Buy Antabuse online at Canada Pharmacy and get the best rates. Fact Table Formula C10H20N2S4 License US FDA Bioavailability 80% Legal status US: RX Only Chemical Name Disulfiram Elimination half-life 60-120 hours Dosage (Strength) 200mg (50 tablets), 500mg (50 or 100 tablets) Pregnancy Consult a doctor Brands Antabuse, Antabus Protein binding - PubChem CID 3117 MedlinePlus a682602 ChEBI 4659 ATC code N07BB01, P03AA04 DrugBank DB00822 KEGG D00131 Routes of administration By mouth

Antabuse (Disulfiram)

  • Take as directed by your physician. You should not take the medicine in larger or smaller doses or for longer than recommended. Additional forms of counseling and monitoring may be recommended during treatment. You should store Antabuse at room temperature and away from moisture, heat, and light.
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