Campral
Formulated to target alcohol withdrawal symptoms to mitigate the urge to consume alcohol.
- Category
- Addiction Recovery
- Active ingredient
- Acamprosate
- Supply
- Rx
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Gastro-resistant tablet
- Strengths
- 333mg
Campral details
- Condition
- Alcohol Dependence
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-alcohol preparation
- Pharmacological class
- NMDA Receptor Modulator
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to acamprosate; severe renal impairment
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for mood changes
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- pruritus; skin rash
- Serious side effects
- suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Gastro-resistant tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription only (specially controlled medicine)
- Manufacturer
- Merck Santé
- Onset Time
- 1 week
- Duration
- 12 months
- Storage instructions
- Store in the original package below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children or patients older than 65.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: consult your doctor. Breastfeeding: use is generally not recommended.
Patient summary
Formulated to target alcohol withdrawal symptoms to mitigate the urge to consume alcohol.
Mechanism of action
The medication helps restore the balance between excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitter systems in the brain, specifically affecting glutamate and GABA pathways, which are often disrupted by chronic alcohol consumption.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Campral
Campral is a medication containing acamprosate, primarily used to support individuals managing alcohol dependence. Manufactured by Merck Santé, this therapy is designed to help maintain abstinence during recovery. It is supplied as a 333mg tablet intended for oral intake. The active ingredient functions by helping to restore chemical balance in the brain that is often disturbed during long-term alcohol consumption.
Campral availability in Asia
Campral is registered across 14 markets including Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines, with availability also found in Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea. Generic acamprosate is often available and more affordable than the original brand. This provides an accessible option for expats or those based in regions where consistent health support is challenging to find locally. The medication is best used under a doctor’s care.