Uses of Acamprol Tablet
Alcohol addiction
Acamprol Tablet side effects
Common
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Decreased libido
Itching
Flatulence
Impotence
How to use Acamprol 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. Acamprol Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Acamprol Tablet works
Acamprol Tablet 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.
Acamprol Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acamprol Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acamprol 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.
Lactation
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acamprol Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Acamprol Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acamprol Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acamprol Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Acamprol Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Acamprol Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acamprol Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Acamprol Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
What if you miss a dose of Acamprol Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Acamprol 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.
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