Disulfiram
- Generic Name
- Disulfiram
- Brand Names
- Antabuse
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C10H20N2S4
- CAS Number
- 97-77-8
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- TR3MLJ1UAI
- Background
A carbamate derivative used as an alcohol deterrent. It is a relatively nontoxic substance when administered alone, but markedly alters the intermediary metabolism of alcohol. When alcohol is ingested after administration of disulfiram, blood acetaldehyde concentrations are increased, followed by flushing, systemic vasodilation, respiratory difficulties, nau...
- Indication
For the treatment and management of chronic alcoholism
- Associated Conditions
- Chronic Alcoholism
- Associated Therapies
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