Disulfiram is used in alcohol dependence.

Disulfiram blocks the chemical which breaks the converted form of alcohol in the body. This leads to an increased level of converted form of alcohol in the body causing bad physical features while drinking alcohol.

Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Skin rash, Metallic taste, Restlessness, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Tremor

• Do not consume alcohol during the treatment and for up to 14 days after discontinuation.
• Disulfiram may cause drowsiness or tiredness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are affected.
• Avoid taking disulfiram if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or you are breast feeding.
• Before you take disulfiram inform your doctor about all the prescription, non-prescription, and herbal medicines you are or were taking.
• Patients who are receiving or have recently received, alcohol, or alcohol-containing preparations, such as cough syrups, tonics and the like, should not take disulfiram, If you drink alcohol during or within 2 weeks of stopping disulfiram a serious and potentially life threatening reaction may occur along with severe symptoms such as flushing of the face and neck, increased body temperature, sweating, urge to vomit (nausea) vomiting, itchy skin or rash caused by an allergic reaction (pruritus, urticaria) anxiety, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, difficulty breathing, palpitations, rapid breathing, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, abnormally slow breathing, chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, coma or fits may occur. 
• Consult your doctor immediately if you suddenly experience any of these symptoms after stopping the treatment with disulfiram.

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram safe/dangerous?
Yes, Disulfiram is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration in a hospital or specialized clinic as advised by your special doctor

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram over-the-counter medicine?
No, Disulfiram is not an over-the-counter medicine. Disulfiram treatment for alcohol withdrawal should be initiated only in a hospital or specialized clinic and by experienced doctors only. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram a sulfa drug?
No, Disulfiram is not a sulfa drug

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram a benzodiazepine?
No, Disulfiram is not benzodiazepine

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram a competitive inhibitor?
Disulfiram is an aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor. It works by blocking the processing of alcohol in the body causing unpleasant feeling leading to alcohol withdrawal

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram a controlled drug?
No, Disulfiram is not a controlled drug

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram addictive?
No, Disulfiram is not addictive. It is used to treat alcohol addiction and chronic alcoholism

Ques. Q. Is Disulfiram expensive?
Disulfiram prices may vary depending on the brand. Refer to the packaging for the price

Ques. Q. Does Disulfiram work?
Yes, Disulfiram works. Disulfiram is an aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor. It works by blocking the processing of alcohol in the body causing unpleasant feeling leading to alcohol withdrawal

Ques. Q. Does Disulfiram work for everyone?
Disulfiram works for chronic alcoholics who are cooperative and willing to give up alcoholism. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use

Ques. Q. Does Disulfiram stops cravings?
Disulfiram blocks the processing of alcohol in the body causing unpleasant feeling due to these unpleasant episodes, alcoholics abstain from alcohol Therefore, patients may avoid consuming alcohol to avoid unpleasant reactions upon consuming alcohol even days after stopping Disulfiram. It may not have any direct effects on cravings

Ques. Q. Does Disulfiram work immediately?
Yes, Disulfiram works on alcohol withdrawal as soon as you start the treatment

Ques. Q. What does Disulfiram like reaction mean?
Disulfiram.alcohol reaction characterized by flushing, increased body temperature, sweating, urge to vomit (nausea), vomiting, itching of skin (pruritus), pale red, raised, itchy skin rash (urticaria), anxiety, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, breathlessness (dyspnea), rapid heartbeat (palpitations) and hyperventilation.