Acamprosate: What Should I Discuss With My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Acamprosate
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What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking acamprosate?
Acamprosate has been shown to help alcohol dependent patients to not start drinking again only when it is used as part of a treatment program that includes counseling and support.
Continue taking acamprosate even if you start drinking again. Discuss the fact that you have started drinking again with your doctor if this happens.
While you are taking acamprosate monitor for symptoms of depression and/or suicidal thoughts or actions. Contact your healthcare provider if you develop any new or worsening mental health symptoms during treatment with acamprosate. Do not stop taking acamprosate without first talking to your healthcare provider.
Acamprosate is in the FDA pregnancy category C. Discuss the risks with your doctor. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
 | Acamprosate passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take acamprosate without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
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| Last updated: | March 25, 2005 |
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