Monograph
N07BB03 - Acamprosate |
Propably not porphyrinogenic |
PNP |
Rationale
Structurally related to taurine and GABA. Not metabolised, excreted in unchanged form in urine. One reference consider it safe.
Chemical description
Aliphatic aminopropane sulfonate. Used to reduce risk for relapse in alcohol dependence. Structurally related taurine and GABA. Its acetylation permits passage through the blood-brain barrier. Excreted in unchanged form by the kidneys. French list: use
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