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What is the definition or description of: disulfiram allergy?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Disulfiram Allergy: Disulfiram (Antabuse or Antabus is used as a treatment for chronic alcohol addiction. It causes one to be very sensitive to alcohol. When alcohol is ingested it can cause flushing, nausea, vomiting, headache, shortness of breath, visual problems, confusion, fainting & even death. Allergic reactions could include swelling of tongue, throat, lips, mouth, face or difficulty breathing.

Answered 5/4/2017

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