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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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A person consumes large quantities of alcohol daily since 20 years. He is physically dependent on alcohol. Drug that should not be given to this person is:
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The correct answer is  Ans. (A) Disulfiram(Ref KDT 8/e p422)The aim of treatment in alcohol dependence is to prevent withdrawal symptoms first and to avoid relapse thereafter.Drugs to reduce craving are:N - NaltrexoneO - OndansetronT - TopiramateA - AcamprosateDisulfiram is used in psychological dependent persons who are motivated to quit alcohol. It is contra-indicated in physically dependent persons.