Alcoban 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Elixir Life Care Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Disulfiram (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Alcoban 500mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of alcohol addiction, working by producing interaction with alcohol and causing unpleasant effects.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Alcoban 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor. Remember while taking this medication, avoid alcohol in all forms including beer, wine, aftershave lotions, mouthwash, vinegar, and liquid medications.
Directions for Use
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. Alcoban 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Alcoban 500mg 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.
Quick Tips
Alcoban 500mg 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. While taking this medication, avoid alcohol in all forms including beer, wine, aftershave lotions, mouthwash, vinegar, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alcoban 500mg Tablet safe/dangerous?
Alcoban 500mg Tablet is a prescription medication, and only to be used under the direct supervision of a doctor in a hospital or specialized clinic. It is not available without a prescription.
Is Alcoban 500mg Tablet over-the-counter medicine?
No, Alcoban 500mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter medicine. This medication requires a doctor's prescription for use.
Is Alcoban 500mg Tablet addictive?
Alcoban 500mg Tablet is not addictive. It is used as part of a treatment plan for alcohol dependence and chronic alcoholism.
Does Alcoban 500mg Tablet work?
Yes, Alcoban 500mg Tablet is effective in managing alcohol withdrawal symptoms. This medication acts by inhibiting the body's processing of alcohol.
Does Alcoban 500mg Tablet work for everyone?
Alcoban 500mg Tablet can be helpful for chronic alcoholic individuals who are willing to stop drinking. Patients must follow their doctor's instructions carefully.
Does Alcoban 500mg Tablet stop cravings?
While this medication helps manage withdrawal symptoms, it doesn't directly address the underlying desire for alcohol (cravings). It causes unpleasant feelings during and after a withdrawal period that may lead to individuals avoiding alcohol.
Does Alcoban 500mg Tablet work immediately?
Yes, Alcoban 500mg Tablet works on alcohol withdrawal symptoms as soon as you begin the treatment
