| Package | Dosage | Price | Price per Dose | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dosage: 333mg | ||||
| 180 pill | 333mg | AUD388.89 | AUD2.16 | |
| 120 pill | 333mg | AUD294.87 | AUD2.46 | |
| 90 pill | 333mg | AUD264.95 | AUD2.95 | |
| 60 pill | 333mg | AUD235.04 | AUD3.91 | |
| 30 pill | 333mg | AUD130.33 | AUD4.34 | |
Campral Description
What is Campral?
Campral is the brand name for acamprosate, an oral medicine used to support abstinence from alcohol after withdrawal. In Australia it is prescribed by doctors as part of a broader plan that includes counselling and social support. It is not a sedative, and it does not produce a “high.” The medicine aims to help the brain adjust after years of drinking.
How Campral works
Acamprosate acts on brain signals that become unstable when alcohol stops. It helps stabilise these signals and reduces cravings over time. It is not addictive and does not interact with alcohol in real time. For many people, Campral works best when used with ongoing therapy and a support network that aids relapse prevention.
Use in Australia and dosing
The usual dose in Australia is 666 mg per day, taken as two 333 mg tablets three times daily with meals. Your doctor may adjust the plan for kidney function or other medicines you take. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed and keep regular reviews with your clinician. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next one.
Who should use with caution
Campral is cleared by the kidneys, so people with reduced kidney function need a careful plan. It may not be suitable in severe kidney disease. Tell your clinician about all medicines and supplements you use. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, discuss risks and options with your doctor before starting Campral.
Common side effects and safety
Most people tolerate Campral well. Common side effects include diarrhoea, nausea, stomach upset and flatulence. Some users feel tired or dizzy and sleep can be affected. Rare skin reactions or mood changes can occur. If side effects are troublesome, show them to your pharmacist or clinician. Do not stop the medicine abruptly unless advised.
Practical tips and Australian support
Take Campral with meals to minimise stomach upset. Use a daily routine and set reminders if you are new to the treatment. Keep a simple diary of cravings and mood to share with your clinician. In Australia, a pharmacist can help with dosing, drug interactions and cost questions. Combine treatment with counselling and peer support for the best chance to stay abstinent.