Deterrent Action of Acamprosate: A Case Report
Deterrent Action of Acamprosate: A Case Report
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Background: Among the three pharmacological agents available for alcohol de-addiction, acamprosate and naltrexone are considered anti-craving agents.Among these two, acamprosate is better tolerated, has low abuse potential, and is safe in overdose.But the mechanism of action navy drapery fabric of acamprosate still remains unclear.Case Report: This case report gives a description of a 46-year-old male patient diagnosed with alcohol dependence syndrome with prior admissions and failed treatments with naltrexone and baclofen.He developed skin reaction after relapsing with iphone 7 folie alcohol use while receiving acamprosate therapy.
The severity of the adverse effects varied with the amount of alcohol consumed by the patient.This suggests the possibility of deterrent-like action of acamprosate in our patient.The symptoms reduced after abstinence from alcohol and the patient was continued on acamprosate and relapse prevention therapy (RPT).Conclusion: Clinicians should consider the possible deterrent effect of acamprosate and manage such patients accordingly.