Acamprosate (WGR) TM
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Active ingredients: acamprosate
Pack: Acamprosate (WGR) 333 mg enteric tablet, 180, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ACAMPROSATE-WGR acamprosate calcium 333 mg enteric coated tablets blisterDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ACAMPROSATE-WGR is indicated as therapy to maintain abstinence in alcohol dependent patients. It should be combined with counselling
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- White to off-white, round-shaped, biconvex, enteric coated tablets, engraved with "APO" on one side and "300" on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 180 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient acamprosate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
