Difiram 250 Tablet

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Composition FOR Difiram 250mg Tablet

Disulfiram(250mg)

food interaction for Difiram Tablet

alcohol interaction for Difiram Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Difiram Tablet

lactation interaction for Difiram Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Difiram 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Difiram 250 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Difiram 250 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. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Difiram 250 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Difiram 250mg Tablet

Disulfiram(250mg)

Difiram tablet uses

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How difiram tablet works

Difiram 250 Tablet 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.

Common side effects of difiram tablet

Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

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Expert advice FOR Difiram Tablet

  • Disulfiram 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.
  • While taking this medication, avoid alcohol in all forms including beer, wine, aftershave lotions, mouthwash, vinegar, certain desserts, colognes, and liquid medications.
  • When you first start taking it, you may feel dizzy, confused, tired, and weak. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • You may notice an aftertaste of either garlic or metal when you start taking Disulfiram. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • 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.
  • Do not take it if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Difiram 250mg Tablet

Disulfiram

Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet safe/dangerous?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration in a hospital or specialized clinic as advised by your special doctor
Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet over-the-counter medicine?
No, Difiram 250 Tablet is not an over-the-counter medicine. Difiram 250 Tablet 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
Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet addictive?
No, Difiram 250 Tablet is not addictive. It is used to treat alcohol addiction and chronic alcoholism
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Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet works. Difiram 250 Tablet is an aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor. It works by blocking the processing of alcohol in the body causing unpleasant feeling leading to alcohol withdrawal
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work for everyone?
Difiram 250 Tablet works for chronic alcoholics who are cooperative and willing to give up alcoholism. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet stops cravings?
Difiram 250 Tablet 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 Difiram 250 Tablet. It may not have any direct effects on cravings
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work immediately?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet works on alcohol withdrawal as soon as you start the treatment
Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet safe/dangerous?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration in a hospital or specialized clinic as advised by your special doctor
Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet over-the-counter medicine?
No, Difiram 250 Tablet is not an over-the-counter medicine. Difiram 250 Tablet 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
Q. Is Difiram 250 Tablet addictive?
No, Difiram 250 Tablet is not addictive. It is used to treat alcohol addiction and chronic alcoholism
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet works. Difiram 250 Tablet is an aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor. It works by blocking the processing of alcohol in the body causing unpleasant feeling leading to alcohol withdrawal
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work for everyone?
Difiram 250 Tablet works for chronic alcoholics who are cooperative and willing to give up alcoholism. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet stops cravings?
Difiram 250 Tablet 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 Difiram 250 Tablet. It may not have any direct effects on cravings
Q. Does Difiram 250 Tablet work immediately?
Yes, Difiram 250 Tablet works on alcohol withdrawal as soon as you start the treatment

Content on this page was last updated on 11 June, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)