Campral® Tablets for Alcohol Use Disorder

What Campral Is and How It Works

Campral® contains acamprosate calcium, a prescription medicine used to maintain abstinence in alcohol dependence. It works best when paired with counseling and structured support. This page explains how the treatment works, safe use, and how to access it with US delivery from Canada for eligible orders using Acamprosate without insurance.

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This medicine helps stabilize brain signaling that becomes unbalanced after long-term alcohol use. It may modulate glutamate and GABA pathways, which can support abstinence. It does not treat acute withdrawal. Your prescriber may start it once you are abstinent and in a recovery program.

Who It’s For

It is indicated to support maintenance of abstinence in adults with alcohol dependence. Many programs introduce it after detoxification, alongside psychosocial care. People seeking fewer cravings and more stable recovery may benefit from Acamprosate for alcohol use disorder. See our Alcohol Use Disorder resource to learn about related therapies.

It may not be appropriate for those with severe kidney disease or a known hypersensitivity to acamprosate components. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should review risks and benefits with a healthcare professional. If you have depression or a history of suicidal thoughts, tell your prescriber before starting this therapy.

Dosage and Usage

Follow the directions on your prescription label. Standard regimens use Campral 333 mg tablets taken multiple times daily, often divided across morning, midday, and evening. The tablets are enteric coated. Swallow each dose whole with water. Do not crush, split, or chew the tablets.

Take doses with or without food, as directed. Try to take it at the same times each day to build a routine. If your prescriber adjusts your plan based on kidney function or body weight, continue only as instructed. Keep routine counseling appointments, as behavioral support is an essential part of therapy.

If you miss in-clinic check-ins, call your care team for guidance. Keep a medication list with you, including over-the-counter items and supplements, and share it with every clinician you see.

Strengths and Forms

The treatment is supplied as film-coated oral tablets. A commonly available presentation is Acamprosate calcium 333 mg in blister packs. Availability can vary by manufacturer and by partner pharmacy inventory. Your exact brand or packaging may differ, but the active ingredient and labeled strength remain consistent.

Some prescribers tailor total daily dosing using multiple tablets across the day. If your plan changes, follow the label you receive rather than past instructions.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you forget a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next scheduled dose. If it is nearly time for the next one, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once to catch up.

Building consistent routines helps. Pair doses with daily cues like meals or brushing teeth. Many people find pill organizers and phone reminders helpful for staying on track.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tablets at room temperature in the original packaging. Protect the blister packs from moisture and excess heat. Keep all medicines in a dry place away from direct light, and always out of reach of children and pets.

When traveling, keep your medication in carry-on luggage. Bring your prescription receipt or a copy of your current prescription. If you cross borders, allow extra time for security inspection. Keep tablets in the labeled container to reduce questions at checkpoints. A small note from your prescriber can be helpful if you use a pill organizer.

Benefits

This therapy may help reduce post-acute craving intensity and support abstinence when combined with counseling. It has no known abuse potential and is not habit forming. Because it is primarily eliminated by the kidneys, it may be considered in people with liver concerns, as guided by the label and your prescriber.

Stable dosing and a well-understood safety profile can make it a useful long-term option for maintaining sobriety goals within a comprehensive recovery plan.

Side Effects and Safety

Common Campral side effects are often mild and may include:

• Digestive upset: diarrhea, nausea, or stomach discomfort
• Sleep changes: insomnia or unusual dreams
• Mood changes: anxiety or irritability
• Body effects: headache, dizziness, or fatigue

Serious effects are uncommon but can include allergic reactions with swelling or rash, and new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts. Contact a clinician immediately if you notice mood changes, severe diarrhea, persistent vomiting, or a severe skin reaction. Those with moderate to severe kidney impairment require special consideration and may need alternative plans.

Some patients also take antidepressants during recovery. For learning about SSRI tolerability, see our articles on Escitalopram Side Effects and Zoloft Side Effects.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Acamprosate is largely eliminated by the kidneys and has few known drug interactions. Still, share a full medication list with your prescriber, including sleep aids, antihistamines, anxiety medicines, and supplements. People using opioids, sedatives, or other central nervous system depressants should review risks with their care team. If you have chronic kidney issues, ask your prescriber whether your plan should change. When taking Acamprosate 333 mg as part of recovery, ongoing counseling remains essential.

If you use additional mental health therapies, coordinate care across your clinicians. For example, some patients use Buspirone for anxiety. Discuss combination use to ensure your care is aligned. You can also explore our Mental Health category for related options and education.

What to Expect Over Time

Effects are gradual and support steadier abstinence rather than an immediate craving “switch.” Many people notice the most benefit when taking each dose consistently and staying engaged in counseling or mutual support groups. Occasional slips can occur during recovery; your prescriber may advise continuing the medicine and reinforcing behavioral strategies. Questions about Drinking while on Campral are common; the therapy is intended to support abstinence, and your care team can guide next steps if a slip happens.

If mood shifts or sleep issues appear after starting, report them. Some side effects improve with routine and time. Tracking doses, sleep, and cravings in a symptom diary can help your prescriber adjust your care plan appropriately.

Compare With Alternatives

Two other approved options are commonly considered, depending on goals and medical history:

• Naltrexone: May help reduce heavy-drinking days by blocking opioid receptors; can be oral or injectable. See Naltrexone for availability.
• Revia: A branded naltrexone tablet; selected for similar reasons when prescribers prefer a specific product. Explore Revia for details.

Your clinician will consider medical history, liver and kidney function, and your recovery setting when choosing among these therapies. Behavioral support remains central with any option.

Pricing and Access

We offer Canadian-sourced options with transparent listings so you can review current offers and compare plans. For cash buyers, you can evaluate Acamprosate cash pay alongside your local pharmacy quotes. If you’re looking for additional ways to save, visit our Promotions page for current offers. Orders typically include clear documentation and Ships from Canada to US with tracking.

Payment methods vary by partner pharmacy. Your prescription is required before fulfilment. We use encrypted checkout to protect your information.

You can also review origin details under Canada to understand sourcing and packaging notes.

Availability and Substitutions

Availability can vary by manufacturer and batch. If the specific product is temporarily unavailable, your prescriber may recommend a clinically appropriate alternative from the same class or another approved therapy. Approved substitutes may include oral naltrexone; disulfiram is another option some clinicians consider based on history and goals.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Good candidates are motivated adults focusing on sobriety, ideally already abstinent at initiation and engaged in counseling. Those with severe kidney impairment, known hypersensitivity, or uncontrolled depression may need different plans. Always review your full medical history with your prescriber.

• Set reminders: pair doses with routine daily events
• Refill early: request renewals before you run low
• Multi-month fills: ask about longer supplies when appropriate
• One pharmacy record: keep your medication list up to date
• Travel readiness: carry labeled packaging and copies of scripts

Building a steady routine supports adherence. If you struggle with multiple daily doses, discuss practical strategies with your care team, such as pillboxes and mobile alarms.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Am I a good candidate based on my kidney function and health history?
• When should I start this therapy relative to detox and counseling?
• What side effects should I watch for in the first weeks?
• How will this medicine interact with my antidepressants or sleep aids?
• What should I do if I miss multiple doses in a row?
• How long might I stay on treatment to support my recovery plan?
• What signs mean I should contact you sooner?

Authoritative Sources

FDA DailyMed: Campral (acamprosate calcium)

Health Canada Product Monograph: Acamprosate Calcium

US Prescribing Information: Acamprosate Calcium

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