Acetomide 250 Tablet
Rs.19.40for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Acetomide Tablet
alcohol interaction for Acetomide Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Acetomide Tablet
lactation interaction for Acetomide Tablet
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Acetomide 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acetomide 250 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acetomide 250 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acetomide 250 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Acetomide 250mg Tablet
Acetazolamide(250mg)
Acetomide tablet uses
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How acetomide tablet works
Acetomide 250 Tablet is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of acetomide tablet
Tingling sensation of extremity, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Taste change, Vomiting, Blood in urine, Confusion, Drowsiness, Ringing in ear, Nausea, Polyuria, Transient myopia, Metabolic acidosis, Electrolyte imbalance, Red spots or bumps, Dark colored stool, Glycosuria, Hepatic insufficiency, Flaccid paralysis, Photosensitivity, Convulsion
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Expert advice FOR Acetomide Tablet
- Acetazolamide helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss.
- Usually used in combination with other anti-glaucoma medications.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Acetazolamide can make you very drowsy.
- It may cause a tingling sensation in hands and feet. Take potassium-rich foods (banana and coconut water), and get potassium levels checked regularly.
Frequently asked questions FOR Acetomide 250mg Tablet
Acetazolamide
Q. What does Acetomide 250 Tablet do?
Acetomide 250 Tablet reduces the pressure inside the eyes, known as intraocular pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of damage to the optic nerve responsible for normal vision. If the pressure in the eye is not controlled, it can gradually lead to blindness. Acetomide 250 Tablet effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. Who should not take Acetomide 250 Tablet?
You should not take Acetomide 250 Tablet if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Acetomide 250 Tablet or sulfa drugs. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effect on your baby.
Q. Is Acetomide 250 Tablet effective?
Acetomide 250 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acetomide 250 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.