Antabuse (Disulfiram)

   

Antabuse (Disulfiram)

Possible side effects of Antabuse

This medication may cause headache, drowsiness, restlessness, skin rash, acne, garlic-like aftertaste, changes in vision. Inform your doctor if any of these effects persist or worsen. Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have occurred in patients taking Antabuse (Disulfiram) even without a prior history of liver problems. If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Antabuse and seek emergency medical attention: an allergic reaction (swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; shortness of breath; closing of your throat; or hives); seizures extreme tiredness dark urine yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice); large appetite changes weakness, dizziness or loss of coordination; or severe diarrhea or vomiting Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Antabuse and talk to your doctor if you experience skin rash or acne mild headaches mild drowsiness or tiredness impotence metallic taste in the mouth; or swollen or sore tongue. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.