Acamprol 333mg Tablet 6'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Acamprosate 333 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
6 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET contains Acamprosate which belongs to the group of medicines called Psychiatry agents. It is used for patients with alcohol dependence by helping them abstain from drinking alcoholic drinks. ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET together with counselling will helps not to drink alcohol. Alcohol dependence is a chronic condition that usually includes a current or previous history of uncontrolled drinking, a strong craving for alcohol, continued use despite constant problems with drinking, and an inability to control the consumption of alcohol. It is characterized by symptoms like slurred speech, ataxia (loss of control over body movements), sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, hallucinations, or seizures (fits). Acamprosate works by activating Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) receptors in the brain and exerting a controlling influence on alcohol cravings. It also stabilizes the chemical changes in the brain that have taken place during alcohol consumption. ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET will be less effective if you keep drinking alcohol, so avoid consumption of alcohol while taking it. Before taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart disease. ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, or elderly, therefore consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
Uses
OF ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET Used for patients with alcohol dependence
How It Works
ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET works by activating Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) receptors in the brain and exerting a controlling influence on alcohol cravings. It also stabilizes the chemical changes in the brain that have taken place during alcohol consumption.
Directions for Use
Take ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advice you to stop.
Side Effects
taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET are diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, gas, skin rash, or decreased sexual desire. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects gets worse. USES OF ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET Used for patients with alcohol dependence HOW ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET WORKSACAMPROL 333MG TABLET works by activating Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) receptors in the brain and exerting a controlling influence on alcohol cravings. It also stabilizes the chemical changes in the brain that have taken place during alcohol consumption. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor advice you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACAMPROL 333MG TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea stomach pain flatulence nausea vomiting spotty skin rash with itching decreased sexual desire impotence frigidity UNCOMMON increase in sexual desire Stop taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reaction, like angio-oedema (large, raised spots on the skin with localized swelling, including the face and throat) or anaphylaxis (breathlessness with rash, swelling, wheezing and fainting)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionACAMPROL 333MG TABLET does not make you feel sleepy and so it might not affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorACAMPROL 333MG TABLET will be less effective if you keep drinking alcohol, so avoid consumption of alcohol while taking it. KIDNEYContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET if you are allergic to Acamprosate or any other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Consult your doctor before taking. USE IN GERIATRICSContraindicatedACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: other medicines used to manage alcohol withdrawal or maintain abstinence (ex. diazepam, valium, oxazepam) diuretics (used to manage high blood pressure) ex. furosemide, bumetanide Overdose: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include diarrhoea. SYNOPSIS Drug : Acamprosate Pharmacological Category : Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Analogue Therapeutic Indication : Alcohol dependence Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET away from children Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Acamprol 333mg Tablet 6'S.
Does ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET cause diarrhoea?
Yes. Diarrhoea is a common side effect of ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET. Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If you experience persistent diarrhoea, consult your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET. Doing so may make your management less effective which may result in management failure and leads to increased risk of consuming alcohol again.
Can ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET be used during pregnancy?
ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnancy. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or planning to get pregnant, before taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET.
How long should I keep taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET?
It is recommended that you keep taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET until your doctor tells to. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking the medicine unless your doctor advice you to stop.
What ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET is used for?
ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET helps people who are alcohol dependent to abstain from drinking alcoholic drinks which is used in combination with counselling, which is not a manage for alcoholism, but rather will help you maintain abstinence.
How ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET works?
ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET decreases alcohol cravings and urges by activating Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) receptors (chemical messengers that block specific signals) in brain that results in controlling urges in people to drink and help to discontinue the alcohol use.
What are the side effects of ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET are diarrhoea, stomach pain, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, itchy skin rash, decreased sexual desire, impotence, and or frigidity (abnormal sexual indifference). Inform your doctor if any of these side effects get worse.
Is ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET an antidepressant?
No, ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET does not exhibit anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, or anti-anxiety activity since it has less observable central nervous system (CNS) activity outside of its effects on alcohol dependence.
What happens if you suddenly stop taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET?
Do not stop taking ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET on your own since the medicine might cause some side effects which may result in complications. Consult your doctor for advice before stopping the management with ACAMPROL 333MG TABLET.
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Last Updated
17 Feb 2024