Acamprosate, Campral®

Brand name

  • Campral®

Drug Class

  • GABA Agonist
  • Glutamate antagonist

Preparations

  • Tablet: 333 mg

Indications

  • Treatment of alcohol dependence
  • Reduces craving for alcohol

Adverse Effects

  • Lightheaded
  • Sleepy
  • Headache
  • Blurred eyesight
  • Change in thinking clearly
  • Belly pain
  • Stomach upset
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Nervousness

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