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Acamprosate
How Acamprosate works
Acamprosate blocks the chemical which breaks the converted form of alcohol in the body. This leads to an increased level of converted form of alcohol in the body causing bad physical features while drinking alcohol.
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased libido, Itching, Flatulence, Impotence
Usage
Acamprosate is used in alcohol dependence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Acamprosate addictive/ is Acamprosate a narcotic?Acamprosate is not addictive when given at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Acamprosate is a calcium acetylhomotaurinate and not a narcotic
Q. Is Acamprosate effective?Acamprosate is effective if used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Acamprosate a placebo?Acamprosate is a drug and not a placebo
Q. What is acamprosate/What is acamprosate calcium used for?Acamprosate or acamprosate calcium along with counselling is used as a therapy to maintain the practice of avoiding alcohol drinking again in people who are alcohol dependent
Q. Does Acamprosate get you high/ make you drowsy/ cause weight gain?These side effects are rare or uncommon with Acamprosate treatment. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience one or more such symptoms and stop taking Acamprosate immediately.
