Alcohol Addiction Health Feed

Alcohol consumption is a common problem in our society. Ranging from economic issues, to strained relationships, to neglect, to abuse, it can lead to multiple problems. The key point is that in many people, it may go completely unnoticed. While different people could have different tolerance levels, there are some definitions to qualify someone as having alcohol problem'.

Alcohol consumption resulting in blood alcohol levels of 0.08 or more; some men might need about five drinks and wo...more

It is a common belief that alcohol consumption is a social menace and is injurious to health. It is the third leading lifestyle causes of death in the United States and takes a toll on the health care costs of the country. Many organs like the liver, kidney, heart, and brain are affected in people who are addicted to alcohol. However, it has been proven that alcohol consumption in minor amounts can have beneficial effects on the human body including the heart.

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Tips For Healthy Life

Eat a variety of food.
Cut back on salt.
Reduce the use of certain fats and oil.
Limit sugar intake.
Avoid hazardous and harmful alcohol use.

Taking alcohol on disulfiram can be disastrous, so kindly stop alcohol. Disulfiram is an anti deterrent agent and given to prevent an individual from taking alcohol as it can lead to serious problems. You need to discuss with your psychiatrist on alternate medications if the person wants to be a social drinker at the same time continue anti craving medications. Good luck.

If you have bought disulfiram and your brother is motivated to quit drinking i.e. Knows all the different ways his problem with alcohol is creating problems with his mental and physical health as well as interpersonal relationships in the family and society, I would like to let you know that you can certainly give the medication to him. This is because he want to stop drinking as much as you want him to. If he is not motivated, it may not be a good idea to have him take the medications as advise...more

Alcohol has a huge negative impact in our daily life; hence, quitting alcohol is a welcome decision. In order to be successful, one needs to first analyse as to why the habit was formed and then to discuss about best possible way of treatment.
You may need to have a continuous consultation to get rid of this habit without getting side effects, you are welcome to discuss this issue over a call or other mediums that are available on this portal.

It is alcohol induced psychosis not Schizoaffective disorder.

Alconol 500 mg tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of alcohol addiction
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I think better way is keep her busy in some work. Or do some activities which she can distract from alcohol. Or consult with doctor and take necessary medicine from doctor.

Natrexone is effective in reducing the amount of drinks consumed. It is supposed to reduce the pleasure associated with the drinking. If prescribed by a qualified psychiatrist, after examination and lab investigations, it is safe to take. If one experiences side effects. Please report it to the prescribing doctor immediately.