Acamprosate and Dizziness: What Users Say

• Kyl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 21, 2013

Acamprosate for Alcohol Use Disorder "As a heavy drinker for ten years, up to 750 ml of spirits per night, I finally turned to the doctor for help after losing my partner and suffering from severe depression. Campral has stopped the cravings and keeps that little voice inside my head that says just one at bay. I have been on it for nearly six months and haven't touched a drop. At first, there were side effects of severe wind and dizziness, but they went away after about four weeks. If you are serious about making a positive change, give it a go."

• MNH...
• November 12, 2009

Acamprosate for Alcohol Use Disorder "Drank for thirty years, lost everything, struggled with benders for past 2 years after rehab, no hope. 3 months post Campral. 333mg per day. The only time I think about taking a drink is when I am thinking that I am not thinking of taking a drink. Truly feel it has had an anti-depressant effect for me. Sleep great and the only side effect is an occasional dizziness. Tell everyone you know struggling."

• Stu...
• August 18, 2017

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I have been on acamprosate for a few days to prevent a relapse. I don't get cravings, but after being on this, I don't get cravings for anything. I have lost all interest in everything and have no motivation. I am tired, nauseous, and dizzy and have no desire to do absolutely anything. Please tell me this goes away."

• 39y...
• April 6, 2017

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I have been a 'functioning alcoholic' for 20 years. Drinking a bottle of wine a day. I have tried Naltrexone twice, but each time was unable to tolerate the side effects of nausea and dizziness and did not continue treatment. For the times I was able to take Naltrexone, it did not curb my consumption, and I easily drank right through it. Presently, I am trying Campral but also find it ineffective for cravings, even though I take the recommended dosage of 333 mg x 2, three times daily. I have been taking it for some time now and still experience the same level of cravings. I do not experience any side effects from this medication, nor accelerated hangovers."

• Sen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 24, 2021

For Alcohol Use Disorder "I tried Naltrexone, and that didn't work for my alcohol problem. So my doctor prescribed Campral for cravings. And although it did eliminate cravings for alcohol, the side effects were horrific. Dizziness, nausea, splitting headache, and severe cramping. I stopped taking it after 2 days! To top it off, the script cost $126, and of course, I can't return it for a refund."