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Medicines acamprosate calciumQuestion & answer

acamprosate calcium · Medicine question

What should someone do if it causes diarrhoea?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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Answer

Diarrhoea is very common. Speak to a clinician or pharmacist if it is severe, persistent, dehydrating or troublesome.

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Acamprosate 333 mg Gastro-resistant Tablets.emc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 4
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