What to do when furazolidone meets alcohol?

Furazolidone meets alcohol reaction will occur disulfiram-like reaction, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, hallucinations, generalized flushing, headache, nausea, vomiting, drop in blood pressure, and even shock, etc., treatment is as follows: 1. Mild disulfiram-like reaction, only itchy skin, red rash, fusion into patches, maculopapular rash, accompanied by scratches, need to be relieved by oral antihistamine drugs, such as loratadine. 2. Moderate disulfiram-like reaction accompanied by tachycardia, arrhythmia, chest tightness, shortness of breath, dyspnea, precordial discomfort, etc. can be applied to anti-allergic drugs, such as hormonal drugs, there are methylprednisolone, dexamethasone, isopropylzine hydrochloride can be relieved and treated. 3. Severe disulfiram-like reaction, accompanied by anaphylactic shock, transient unconsciousness, loss of consciousness and other serious conditions, must be applied to epinephrine 1mg static push, and should also be rehydration therapy. 4. Pay attention to rest: suggest the patient to rest in bed, and if the patient is in shock, suggest to take the V position. 5. Keep the airway open: it is recommended that the patient be given oxygen, which helps to improve the hypoxia symptoms present in the tissues. Common adverse effects of furazolidone include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash, and it is contraindicated in lactating as well as pregnant women. In addition, there are certain risks associated with the use of furazolidone, and it is recommended that patients have the need to be guided by a specialist.