Acamprosate

Generic Name
Acamprosate
Brand Names
Campral
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C5H11NO4S
CAS Number
77337-76-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
N4K14YGM3J
Background

Alcohol use disorder is responsible for a large worldwide burden of morbidity, premature mortality, and economic consequences resulting from accidents, violence, incarceration, decreased productivity, and increased healthcare spending.
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Indication

Acamprosate is indicated for the maintenance of abstinence from alcohol in patients with alcohol dependence who are abstinent at treatment initiation. It is also indicated for the maintenance of alcohol abstinence in patients who have undergone alcohol detoxification. This drug should be used with a psychosocial support program providing adequate support.

Associated Conditions
Alcohol Abstinence, Alcohol Dependency
Associated Therapies
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