AboutBarbara Judge Expertise Outpatient pharmacy and general health. I have recently completed a Pharmceutical Care Certificate Program offered by Purdue University (Spring 1999 completion). I have personal experience dealing with terminally ill persons and their needs, as well as their families` needs. I graduated in 1984 from Pharmacy School and have been a Licensed Pharmacist since then. I have 18 years retail pharmacy experience. Prior to my pharmacy training I have 3 years hospital experience as a Nurse`s Aide.
Expert: Barbara Judge Date: 11/8/2007 Subject: Antibuse
Question If I have dranken before an antibuse shot, then would I get sick? I haven't taken the drug, yet and I am not sure of all of its side effects.
Answer It should be at least 12 to 24 hours since you have consumed any alcohol before you take your first dose of Antabuse. If there has not been enough time for your body to metabolize the alcohol you have consumed the Antabuse will make you violently ill. The reaction includes nausea, vomiting, hot flashes, and palpitations. I would recommend making sure you have waited a sufficient amount of time before starting treatment.
