Acamptas 333 Tablet

Acamptas 333 Tablet – Overview
Acamptas 333 Tablet is a medicine prescribed to help individuals who have already quit alcohol and wish to avoid cravings. It is not meant to treat withdrawal effects or repair the damage caused by long-term alcohol use.

The tablet should always be taken along with meals. For best results, it is important that you stay completely away from alcohol during the treatment. If a dose is missed, take it when you remember, but never take two doses together. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly unless your doctor advises.

Some people may experience stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, itching, reduced sexual drive, or diarrhea while taking this medicine. Staying well hydrated is helpful, especially if diarrhea occurs. Report to your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes, depression, or thoughts of self-harm.

Counseling sessions are strongly recommended along with this medicine, as therapy and social support play a major role in maintaining abstinence. Patience and determination are needed since overcoming alcohol addiction is a gradual process.

Primary use
This tablet is used in the management of alcohol dependence.

Benefits
It reduces the urge to consume alcohol and helps patients remain alcohol-free when combined with counseling and family or social support. It starts working from the first dose and is generally safe and effective for long-term use.

Possible side effects
Most side effects are temporary and usually settle without medical help. If they continue or become bothersome, seek medical advice. The most common issue reported is diarrhea.

How to take
Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dose and duration. Swallow the tablet whole with food; do not crush or chew it.

Mechanism of action
This medicine works by restoring balance between brain chemicals. It decreases excess activity of glutamate, which is linked to cravings and withdrawal symptoms, and enhances the effect of GABA, a calming chemical in the brain, thereby helping stabilize mood and reduce the desire for alcohol.

Important precautions

• Alcohol: Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol during treatment, as safety is uncertain.

• Pregnancy: May not be safe in pregnancy. The doctor will weigh risks and benefits before prescribing.

• Breastfeeding: Should be avoided while on this medicine until the drug clears from the mother’s body.

• Driving: Usually does not impair driving ability.

• Kidney: Patients with kidney problems may require dose adjustment; not advised in severe kidney disease.

• Liver: Use cautiously if you have serious liver conditions, with possible dose changes.

Missed dose
If you forget a dose, take it once you remember. If your next dose is near, skip the missed one and continue as usual. Do not double the dose.