Question 1

is there an over-the-counter medication that is similar to antabuse (disulfiram)?

Accepted Answer

No: There is not an over the counter medicine that is similar to antabuse (disulfiram).

Question 2

is there a safe way of stopping someone drinking?
who has been clear for a year and what is a good over-the-counter sickness tablet no antabuse (disulfiram).

Accepted Answer

Possibly: A supplement of vitamin b1 is your best bet.

Question 3

i used antabuse to stop drinking about 10 years back that was very successful. i went to europe about 4 years ago and started back up with beer and now i want to quit again. can you prescribe antubuse or similar drug to use along w aa?

Accepted Answer

: You are encouraged to pursue AA and have a local doctor prescribe your Antabuse.  You have reached a public education site, and we do not herein provide prescription medications.  You might benefit from a virtual consult on the paid portion of the HT site.

Question 4

can antabuse (disulfiram) be taken on occasion? instead of every day..?? i've taken it for 80 days and would like to be medication free now

Accepted Answer

Do you honestly: think you can stop it and not go back to drinking?? If so,then stop it and see how you do.

Question 5

what is medication antabuse (disulfiram)?

Accepted Answer

Anti alcohol abuse: Antabuse (disulfiram) is also called disulfram.  Basically it leads to a very quick onset hangover.  It is used to keep patients from abusing alcohol.

Question 6

i want to try a medication such as antabuse or naltrexone to help me with my alcohol abuse. can i get a prescription?

Accepted Answer

: Sure, start with your doc who has been treating you as he or she has your medical records and can have a thorough discussion with you about goals. Such treatment should be followed tightly and treatment involves a team including psychologists, counselors and may involve group meetings.

Question 7

can i use any illegal drugs while on antabuse (disulfiram)?

Accepted Answer

No: One cannot use illegal drugs while on Antabuse (disulfiram) because illegal drugs are unhealthy, harmful, and may react with prescription drugs; not to mention the fact that they are illegal.

Question 8

is it possible for you to still smoke pot while taking the drug antabuse (disulfiram)?

Accepted Answer

Sure: While you're taking disulfiram, alcohol will make you sick but cannabis won't affect you. Right or wrong, cannabis remains illegal in most places. You've probably had bad experiences with alcohol, and while cannabis is less likely to make you belligerent, it's not going to make you smarter, more productive, or (in the long run) happier or better-liked. Hope you find what you really want. Cheers.

Question 9

what are the downsides to antabuse (disulfiram) or similar? seems like a no brainer if one wants a bit of neg reinforcement to alcohol consumption?

Accepted Answer

Can't drink: If you are serious about not drinking it can be helpful--if you impulsively drink you may end up in the ER!  People who really don't want to quit say shaving lotion makes them sick or what if they eat  something cooked in wine etc. Sounds like you are serious about not drinking &amp; it should be of help to you!

Question 10

the prescription drug disulfiram is used to treat the addiction to what?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Though not used much anymore, Disulfiram is designed to help treat alcohol addiction.  Drinking alcohol while taking Disulfiram leads to flushing, nausea and vomiting.

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I used antabuse to stop drinking about 10 years back that was very successful. i went to europe about 4 years ago and started back up with beer and now i want to quit again. can you prescribe antubuse or similar drug to use along w aa?

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Can antabuse (disulfiram) be taken on occasion? instead of every day..?? i've taken it for 80 days and would like to be medication free now

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What is medication antabuse (disulfiram)?

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I want to try a medication such as antabuse or naltrexone to help me with my alcohol abuse. can i get a prescription?

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Can i use any illegal drugs while on antabuse (disulfiram)?

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Is it possible for you to still smoke pot while taking the drug antabuse (disulfiram)?

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What are the downsides to antabuse (disulfiram) or similar? seems like a no brainer if one wants a bit of neg reinforcement to alcohol consumption?

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The prescription drug disulfiram is used to treat the addiction to what?

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