Esperal Tablet contains 'Disulfiram', which belongs to 'Antabuse' used to treat alcohol dependence. It works by blocking an enzyme (acetaldehyde) that helps break alcohol in the body. Esperal Tablet helps alcohol-dependent people who have decided to quit alcohol drinking by deterring them from drinking again.

FAQs

How does Esperal Tablet work?

Is it safe to take Esperal Tablet in an asthmatic patient?

An asthmatic patient, if already on cough-suppressing medications like diphenhydramine, is not recommended to take Esperal Tablet . Esperal Tablet and diphenhydramine are contraindicated and may result in harmful implications.

Is Esperal Tablet safe in patients who have had suffered from heart or brain stroke?

Not recommended in patients taking blood thinners like warfarin to prevent blood clot formation inside heart/brain vessels. Warfarin (blood thinner) and Esperal Tablet are contraindicated and should not be taken together.

Can Esperal Tablet alter the results of any diagnostic test?

Yes, Esperal Tablet has been implicated in altering the results of tests done for adrenal tumours & hence not recommended to be taken before any diagnostic test is done.

What are the common side effects of Esperal Tablet ?

The common side effects of Esperal Tablet are usually temporary, including headaches, nausea, a metallic taste in the mouth and feeling tired.

What to do if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Take the rest of the day's doses at evenly spaced intervals unless otherwise directed by your doctor.