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2022-11-10 17:51:13
My Father is taking alcohol twice daily since 3 years. Recently His Doctor prescribed him to take Disulfiram 250mg daily. In 2018 he had undergone angioplasty. Is it safe to take Disulfiram??
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Disulfiram doesnt have any cardiac side effects. But consult with your prescribing doctor regarding other effects

Answered2022-11-11 07:56:49

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