SALT COMPOSITION
Acamprosate (333mg)
Storage
Store below 30°C
Product introduction
Acamptas 333 Tablet is a medicine that is used to stop cravings in people who have completely stopped drinking alcohol. However, this medicine does not treat alcohol withdrawal symptoms or prevent the harmful effects of alcohol abuse.
Acamptas 333 Tablet should be taken with food. It is only effective when you have completely stopped drinking alcohol. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses; finish the entire course of treatment. Do not suddenly stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor.
Some common side effects of using this medication are abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, decreased libido, and itching. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
You should have regular counseling sessions, as it will provide extra help to maintain abstinence from alcohol. Remember, it will take time, support, willpower, and determination to readjust the habit of not drinking.Uses of Acamptas Tablet
- Alcohol addiction
Benefits of Acamptas Tablet
In Alcohol addiction
Acamptas 333 Tablet is a medicine used, along with social support and counseling, to help people recover from alcohol addiction and avoid having the urge to drink alcohol again. Acamptas 333 Tablet starts working from the very first dose and is a very safe and effective way of treating alcohol addiction.
Side effects of Acamptas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acamptas
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased libido
- Itching
- Flatulence
- Impotence
How to use Acamptas Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acamptas 333 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Acamptas Tablet works
Acamptas 333 Tablet helps restore chemical balance in the brain by reducing excessive activity of glutamate, a brain chemical linked to cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It also enhances the effects of GABA, a calming neurotransmitter, which helps stabilize brain function and support recovery from alcohol dependence.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acamptas 333 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acamptas 333 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Acamptas 333 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
SAFE
Acamptas 333 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acamptas 333 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acamptas 333 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Acamptas 333 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Acamptas 333 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acamptas 333 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Acamptas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Acamptas 333 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.