Crotonol 500 mg Tablet

Crotonol 500 mg Tablet is an oral prescription medicine that contains 500 mg of disulfiram in each tablet. Disulfiram belongs to the alcohol deterrent class and is used as part of a treatment plan for alcohol dependence in adults who want to avoid drinking. It works best when taken exactly as directed along with counseling and ongoing support. Crotonol 500 mg Tablet is not a cure for alcoholism, but it can help discourage alcohol use by causing unpleasant effects if alcohol is consumed.

How it works: Disulfiram blocks an enzyme that helps the body break down alcohol, so acetaldehyde builds up if alcohol is taken. In tablet form, Crotonol 500 mg Tablet is swallowed by mouth and then works over time to help create a strong aversion to drinking alcohol.

Crotonol 500 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it is generally suited for adults whom a doctor has already evaluated for disulfiram treatment. Because this tablet contains 500 mg of disulfiram, it may be used when a prescriber wants a full-strength tablet rather than a lower-dose product, and the tablet form allows straightforward once-daily dosing. The exact dose and timing should be individualized, since some patients need a lower dose or a reduced schedule based on response and tolerability.

• Alcohol dependence treatment
• Deterrent therapy to help avoid drinking alcohol
• Part of a supervised recovery plan
• Supportive treatment alongside counseling

• Swallow Crotonol 500 mg Tablet whole with water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it exactly at the same time each day if your prescriber has told you to use it daily.
• Do not drink alcohol while taking this tablet, and avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours before the first dose unless your doctor says otherwise.
• Check labels on medicines, mouthwash, cough syrups, and sauces for hidden alcohol before using them.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Use only the schedule your doctor has prescribed, because this is a 500 mg strength and not a one-size-fits-all dose.

Each Crotonol 500 mg Tablet provides 500 mg of disulfiram. The dose may be taken once daily or on another doctor-directed schedule, and the maximum daily amount depends on the treatment plan and individual response. Your doctor decides the right dose for you, and this higher-strength tablet should only be used under medical supervision.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Disulfiram may include:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness, which may be more noticeable at this 500 mg strength
• Metallic or garlic-like taste
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Skin rash or itching
• Nausea or upset stomach

• Do not drink any alcohol while taking Crotonol 500 mg Tablet, and avoid alcohol-containing products as directed by your doctor.
• This 500 mg tablet may cause stronger effects in some people, so use caution if you are sensitive to medicines that cause drowsiness or dizziness.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, diabetes, heart disease, seizure history, or a psychiatric condition.
• Do not use disulfiram if you have recently taken alcohol or are likely to need alcohol-containing products.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this tablet affects you.
• Tell every healthcare professional you see that you are taking disulfiram, especially before surgery or emergency care.
• Use extra caution with low blood pressure, because a disulfiram-alcohol reaction can be dangerous and severe.

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Store Crotonol 500 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip or box, away from moisture and excess heat.