Monosulfiram
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Monosulfiram is a pesticide that has been used as an acaricide, either alone or in conjunction with benzyl benzoate, in the treatment of scabies.
Indications
Monosulfiram is primarily indicated in conditions like Scabies.
Contraindications
Monosulfiram is contraindicated in conditions like Myocardial infarction,Psychosis,Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Monosulfiram are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Erythematous rash.
Warnings
Monosulfiram produces effects similar to those of disulfiram if ingested with alcohol. As there may be a risk of absorption following the application of Monosulfiram to the whole body, patients are advised to abstain from alcohol for at least 48 hours.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Monosulfiram was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.