Esperal 250mg (Disulfiram)

How does Esperal 250 mg work?

Esperal 250 mg is one of the prescription based medicines used to treat chronic alcoholism. It contains Disulfiram, a drug which develops a number of side effects on drinking alcohol. The drug basically triggers certain side effects/unpleasant effects such as vomiting, flushing of the face, choking, anxiety, headache, breathing difficulty and more if alcohol is consumed.

Though Esperal 250mg medication is not a cure to alcoholism, it may help by discouraging the patient from drinking alcohol.Because it triggers unpleasant effects on alcohol consumption, a patient’s interest from alcohol gradually begins to cut off.However Disulfiram 250 mg tablets are not a specified treatment for chronic alcoholism, it helps in a way to eventually improve from alcohol addiction by causing discomfort on consumption.

How to use an Esperal 250 mg tablet?

Esperal 250 mg tablet dose is suggested to be taken as prescribed/recommended by the doctor. However, in general, Esperal (Disulfiram) dose can be taken before or after alcohol consumption­– as it works most efficiently in that state.Also, Esperal tablets are advised to be swallowed as whole with water; and not to break or chew the tablet. Moreover, Esperal 250mg can be taken with food and even without food– but it is usually advised to consider intake of medicine at a fixed time only.

Esperal 250 storage instructions

In general, properly storing any medicine is important to keep the medicine effective and its most potent yet materially best form.The same goes with Esperal 250 mg tablets– here are a couple of common storage which one should consider following:

• Keeping the medicine in a cool and dry place: You must have heard of this most common storage instruction often enough. Well, it is because heat and moisture are two main factors that could damage the medicine and affect potency and form; uncommonly, can make it to trigger uncertain side effects. Keeping the medicine in a cool and dry place is a good storage practice.
• Keep the medicine away from ones not prescribed: It is possible that someone who is not prescribed with Esperal tablets pop a pill mistakenly; if it is in their reach.The best is to keep the medicine in a place that is not in reach of one who is not prescribed with the same; especially children.

Side effects of Esperal (Disulfiram)

Most of the drugs have some common side effects which are rare to trigger; usually due to overdosing or reaction with other medicine/drug. Similarly, Esperal tablets have some common side effects as well.These side effects include:

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Drowsiness
• Bellyache, and
• Loss of appetite

However most of these side effects do not require any medical attention as they disappear as soon as the body adjusts to them. If still, any of these side effects persists for longer, they are discomforting,or if you are worried about them; seeking an immediate doctor’s help is asserted.

What to avoid under Esperal 250 prescription?

The best part about Esperal (Disulfiram) tablets is that you can intake them with or without food and you do not really require a specific medicine to be avoided throughout the treatment. But here are a couple of things which is good to avoid while you are under Esperal 250 mg prescription. These include: Alcohol; of all types.

Whether it is beer, wine, aftershave lotions, mouthwash, vinegar, or liquid medications, they may trigger unpleasant effects under Esperal dosage. So, the best is to push yourself to avoid alcohol as far as you could.

What if you forget to take an Esperal 250 mg dose?

It is possible that you may sometimes miss a dose from your Esperal 250 prescription, and if so happens, try taking the dose as soon as possible. But, if it is around next dose time, the best is to skip that missed dose and continue the normal prescription.And, importantly, do not attempt to double the next dose in an attempt to compensate for the skipped dose. Because, it is likely to trigger unpleasant overdosing side effects of the medicine/drug.

FAQs

How long does Esperal 250 mg tablet take to show effect?

In General, Esperal (Disulfiram) tablets are observed to take about 2-12 hours to show its noticeable effects in one’s system. However, this duration may vary person to person depending on their overall health and condition, 2-12 hours is foundas the average period.

How long does the Esperal tablet effect last?

Tendencies or reports and observations have found that the medication can stay in one’s system for almost weeks and sometimes even longer. For most men, 1-2 weeks is the decent time period of how long an Esperal 250 mg dose can last in their system.

Is it safe to drink alcohol with Esperal tablets?

Absolutely not. Since the medication is itself intended for chronic alcoholism, drinking alcohol throughout the treatment is definitely not a good choice. Also, because the medicine works by developing unpleasant alcohol consumption, consuming any type of alcohol is not advised or it may be safe.

Is Esperal a habit-forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendencies of reports or observations have been found in patients prescribed with Esperal (Disulfiram) tablets. However, if you have any doubt around it, the best is to consult with your doctor and get to know more about the medication.