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Disulfiram

Maranda Stokes  1 , Preeti Patel, Sara Abdijadid  2
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Disulfiram

Maranda Stokes et al.

Excerpt

Disulfiram is a Food and Drug Administration-approved medication for alcohol dependence. This activity discusses disulfiram's use as an intervention for both short and long-term management of alcohol dependency in motivated individuals. Participants will explore its mechanism of action, adverse event profile, contraindications, pharmacology, monitoring protocols, and pertinent drug interactions, facilitating a comprehensive understanding among healthcare team members. This knowledge equips professionals to tailor treatment strategies to individual patient needs, fostering informed decision-making while mitigating potential adverse effects. By focusing on the pharmacological intricacies of disulfiram, healthcare providers gain the knowledge to administer personalized care, thereby aiding patients on their journey to sobriety.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Maranda Stokes declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Preeti Patel declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Sara Abdijadid declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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