Antabuse in the treatment of alcoholism

Duration: 612 ft. #17

Year Published: 1950

Complete Record: Ingestion of alcohol with Antabuse (tetraethylthiuramdisufide) present in body produces acute physiological and psychological distress-flushing, respiratory embarrassment, palpitation of heart, and anxiety. Film demonstrates symptoms in several cases, and shows hospitalization, precautionary examination, standardization of dosage, psychotherapeutic sessions, and post-hospitalization treatment for patient for whom Antabuse is prescribed deterrent to alcoholism.