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2. Disulfiram - Wikipedia

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   Disulfiram is a medication used to support the treatment of chronic alcoholism by producing an acute sensitivity to ethanol (drinking alcohol). Disulfiram works by inhibiting the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase (specifically the ALDH2 enzyme [3]), causing many of the effects of a hangover to be felt immediately following alcohol consumption.

3. Alcohol and High Blood Pressure: What You Should Know

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   Untreated high blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Quitting alcohol or drinking moderately may help keep your numbers where they need to be, according to the ...

4. Clonidine - Wikipedia

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   Clonidine, sold under the brand name Catapres among others, is an α 2A-adrenergic receptor agonist [12] medication used to treat high blood pressure, ADHD, drug withdrawal (e.g., alcohol, opioids, or nicotine), menopausal flushing, diarrhea, spasticity, and certain pain conditions. [13] The drug is often prescribed off-label for tics.

5. Alcohol withdrawal syndrome - Wikipedia

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   These adverse effects are believed to be due to the neurotoxic effects of repeated withdrawal from alcohol on aberrant neuronal plasticity and cortical damage. Repeated periods of acute intoxication followed by acute detoxification has profound effects on the brain and is associated with an increased risk of seizures as well as cognitive deficits.

6. Alcohol is not good for us. 5 tips to stay safe(r) if you drink

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   “This causes a drug interaction called ‘potentiation’ in which, from a drug effects standpoint, 1 plus 1 is greater than 2.” We hope these tips help you stay safe if you choose to drink ...

7. Escitalopram (Lexapro): Everything You Need to Know Before ...

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   It can be caused by certain drug interactions, as well as drinking alcohol while taking a medication like Lexapro. The signs and symptoms of Serotonin Syndrome include: Agitation or restlessness