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Dizone Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Alcoholism are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Dizone Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dizone Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dizone Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Dizone Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Dizone Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dizone Tablet related warnings section.
Dizone Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Psychosis as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dizone Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Dizone Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dizone Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dizone Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Dizone Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Dizone Tablet can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dizone Tablet, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dizone Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Dizone Tablet may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dizone Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Dizone Tablet on the Kidneys?
Dizone Tablet may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dizone Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Dizone Tablet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dizone Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Dizone Tablet on the heart have been reported.
Dizone Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dizone Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dizone Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Dizone Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dizone Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dizone Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dizone Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dizone Tablet
You can take Dizone Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dizone Tablet
Taking Dizone Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Dizone Tablet comes in form of tablet and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with diabetes, epilepsy, respiratory disorders, cerebral damage, hypothyroidism, and in people with impaired liver or kidney function. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness or sedation. Also avoid sauces, vinegars, all foods, beverages and medicines such as cough syrup containing alcohol while taking disulfiram to experience best results with minimal side effects.
Dizone Tablet works by causing unpleasant effects when even small amounts of alcohol are consumed, which reduces the desire to drink. These effects include flushing of the face, headache, nausea, vomiting, choking, and anxiety. These effects begin about 10 minutes after alcohol enters the body and lasts for 1 hour or more. This drug is used as a part of a recovery program that includes medical supervision and counseling.
No, Dizone Tablet does not cure alcoholism, but discourages an alcoholic person not to drink in excess by causing undesirable effects even when small amounts of alcohol are consumed.
No, Dizone Tablet does not cause any memory loss. However, if you are in doubt that this drug causing memory loss then discuss with your doctor without any hesitation.
Yes, Dizone Tablet does helps in reducing alcohol cravings. It has facilitated clinical benefits in reducing alcohol craving by providing additional psychological support.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 394
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Antabuse® (disulfiram)