Disulfiram (antabuse) makes consumption of alcohol unpleasant because it
A) blocks the conversion of alcohol to acetaldehyde.
B) blocks the conversion of acetaldehyde to acetic acid.
C) blocks μ-opioid receptors.
D) acts as a partial agonist at NMDA receptors.

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Disulfiram (Antabuse) works by inhibiting the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase, which is responsible for the conversion of acetaldehyde to acetic acid in the alcohol metabolism pathway. This leads to an accumulation of acetaldehyde in the body, causing unpleasant effects when alcohol is consumed.

Disulfiram (Antabuse) Makes Consumption of Alcohol Unpleasant Because It