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Medicines disulfiramQuestion & answer

disulfiram · Medicine question

Why are blood tests needed?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Disulfiram can rarely cause serious liver injury, so liver function is checked before and during treatment. Renal tests may also inform prescribing.

Sources for this answer

Disulfiram 200 mg tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 4
UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web

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