Desulf 250mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Disulfiram (250mg) |
| Manufacturer: | PJ Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Desulf 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of alcohol addiction by causing unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed, thereby discouraging its intake. Desulf 250mg Tablet is a medication used to treat alcohol addiction. It works by causing unpleasant effects such as nausea, flushing, and headaches when alcohol is consumed, thus discouraging the patient from drinking. It should be taken as advised by a doctor, and it is important to avoid alcohol in all forms while on this medication. Common side effects include headache, fatigue, drowsiness, and a metallic taste. It is crucial to combine this medication with a counseling program for better results.
Desulf 250mg Tablet blocks the chemical that breaks down the converted form of alcohol in the body, leading to increased levels of the converted form and causing unpleasant physical effects when alcohol is consumed.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Desulf 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Desulf 250mg Tablet is used together with behavior modification, psychotherapy, and counseling support to help you stop drinking.
- It works best for patients who can achieve initial abstinence of at least 12 hours, are committed to maintaining abstinence, and agree to take the medication.
- Avoid alcohol in all forms including beer, wine, aftershave lotions, mouthwash, vinegar, certain desserts, colognes, and liquid medications while taking this medication.
- You may feel dizzy, confused, tired, and weak when you first start taking it. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease, liver or kidney disease, psychiatric problems, diabetes, or if you're allergic to latex rubber or pesticides.
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Metallic taste
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Desulf 250mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Desulf 250mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Desulf 250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Please consult your doctor.
