Acamprol 333 Mg (Acamprosate)
Price range: $60.72 through $113.63Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Tablet/s | $60.72 | $2.02 / tablet | ||
| 60 Tablet/s | $89.16 | $1.49 / tablet | ||
| 90 Tablet/s | $113.63 | $1.26 / tablet |
About Acamprol 333 Mg (Acamprosate)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Acamprosate calcium
- Delivery time
- United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia: typically 10–14 business days after dispatch; Europe: 12–18 business days; Middle East and rest of world: 14–21 business days. These are estimates and customs or local carrier delays may extend delivery.
- Indication
- Maintenance of abstinence from alcohol in people with alcohol dependence who are abstinent when treatment begins, as part of a comprehensive treatment program that includes psychosocial support.
- Manufacturer
- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
- Packaging
- Strip of 6 tablets.
- Strength
- 333 mg
- Dosage form
- Enteric-coated tablet
- Route
- Oral
Medicine overview
Acamprol 333 Mg is an oral enteric-coated tablet containing 333 mg of acamprosate calcium. It is used to help maintain abstinence from alcohol in people with alcohol dependence who have already stopped drinking. Acamprosate is an anti-craving medicine used alongside counselling or other psychosocial support. It does not relieve acute alcohol-withdrawal symptoms and is not a substitute for medically supervised withdrawal treatment when that is needed.
What it is used for
Acamprol is used to support continued abstinence from alcohol after a person with alcohol dependence has stopped drinking. Evidence and approved labeling support its use as one part of a wider recovery program that includes counselling or psychosocial support. Its benefit has not been established for people who have not achieved abstinence before starting treatment, and it is not intended to treat alcohol-withdrawal symptoms.
How it works
The exact mechanism of acamprosate is not fully understood. Long-term alcohol exposure can disturb the balance between excitatory and inhibitory signaling in the brain. Research suggests acamprosate may influence glutamate and GABA neurotransmitter systems and help restore a more stable balance after alcohol cessation. This biological effect is thought to support continued abstinence and reduce the drive to resume drinking in some patients.
How it is taken
Take Acamprol by mouth exactly as prescribed. Acamprosate enteric-coated tablets should be swallowed whole rather than crushed, chewed, or split. They may be taken without regard to meals, although taking doses with meals can make a regular schedule easier for people who eat three meals daily. Treatment is generally started after alcohol withdrawal once abstinence has been achieved. Do not change or stop prescribed treatment without medical advice.
Important warnings
Do not use acamprosate if you have had a serious hypersensitivity reaction to acamprosate or its ingredients. It is contraindicated in severe renal impairment, defined in U.S. labeling as creatinine clearance of 30 mL/min or less; moderate renal impairment requires dose adjustment, so kidney function should be assessed when clinically appropriate. Depression and suicidal thoughts or behavior have been reported during treatment, and new or worsening mood symptoms require prompt medical assessment. Acamprosate does not prevent or reduce acute alcohol-withdrawal symptoms. Patients should tell their prescriber about all medicines and relevant medical conditions before treatment.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects reported with acamprosate include diarrhea, nausea, abdominal or digestive symptoms such as flatulence, reduced appetite, dizziness, anxiety, insomnia, itching, sweating, dry mouth, and tiredness. Diarrhea is particularly common and was the adverse effect most clearly associated with treatment discontinuation in clinical trials. Serious or less common concerns include severe allergic reactions, worsening depression or suicidal thinking, and rare reports of acute kidney failure. Seek urgent medical attention for suicidal thoughts, severe allergic symptoms, or signs of a serious illness. Kidney function is particularly important before and during treatment in people with renal impairment.
Pregnancy
Acamprosate should be used during pregnancy only when the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Human pregnancy data are inadequate, while developmental effects have been observed in animal studies. Alcohol itself can seriously harm fetal development, so treatment decisions during pregnancy require individualized medical assessment.
Breastfeeding
Caution is advised during breastfeeding. It is not known whether acamprosate passes into human breast milk, although it has been detected in the milk of lactating animals. A healthcare professional should assess the benefits and possible risks before use while breastfeeding.
Food, drink and interactions
Acamprosate is intended to support abstinence from alcohol. It does not cause a disulfiram-like aversion reaction if alcohol is consumed, and alcohol does not appear to alter acamprosate pharmacokinetics. If drinking occurs during treatment, the prescribing information advises continuing the medicine and contacting the healthcare provider rather than stopping it independently.
Food and drink
Acamprosate may be taken without regard to food. Food reduces measured absorption, but this effect is not considered clinically significant and no dose adjustment is required solely because the tablets are taken with meals. Taking doses with meals may be useful for maintaining a consistent routine.
Storage
Store below 30°C. Keep the tablets in their original packaging and protect them from conditions that could damage the medicine. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
Does acamprosate actually reduce alcohol cravings?
Acamprosate can help maintain abstinence after alcohol has been stopped, although individual response varies. It should be used as part of a broader treatment program that includes psychosocial support.
How quickly does acamprosate start working?
Acamprosate reaches steady-state blood concentrations in about five days, but the timing of noticeable benefit can vary. Continue it as prescribed rather than judging effectiveness from the first few doses.
Is diarrhea common with Acamprol?
Yes. Diarrhea is one of the most frequently reported adverse effects of acamprosate and was the side effect most often associated with stopping treatment in clinical studies. Persistent or severe diarrhea should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
What happens if I drink alcohol while taking acamprosate?
Acamprosate does not cause the unpleasant disulfiram-type reaction associated with some other alcohol-dependence medicines. If a relapse occurs, prescribed treatment is generally continued and the healthcare provider should be contacted.
Does acamprosate treat alcohol withdrawal?
No. Acamprosate does not reduce or eliminate acute alcohol-withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal can sometimes require separate medical treatment.
Can I take Acamprol with food?
Yes. Acamprosate can be taken with or without food. Taking it with regular meals may make it easier to remember a prescribed dosing schedule.
Why does kidney function matter with acamprosate?
Acamprosate is eliminated mainly through the kidneys. Severe renal impairment is a contraindication, and moderate renal impairment requires dose adjustment under medical supervision.
Can Cheap Generic Med ship Acamprol to the United States?
Cheap Generic Med serves the United States under its international shipping model. Delivery is typically estimated at 10–14 business days after dispatch, although customs or carrier delays can extend transit; prescription and import requirements may also apply.
Will my Acamprol order have tracking?
Tracked international shipping is used under the standard fulfilment model, and a tracking number should be provided after dispatch. Carrier systems may take 24–72 hours to begin showing movement.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Active Ingredients | Acamprosate |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sun Pharma Laboratories, India |
| Packaging | Qty |
| strength | 333mg |
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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