food interaction for Actamide Tablet
alcohol interaction for Actamide Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Actamide Tablet
lactation interaction for Actamide Tablet
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ACTAMIDE 250MG 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 ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ACTAMIDE 250MG 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
ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Actamide 250mg Tablet
Acetazolamide(250mg)
Actamide tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of glaucoma.
How actamide tablet works
ACTAMIDE 250MG 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 actamide 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, Headache, Dizziness, Tiredness
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Expert advice FOR Actamide 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 Actamide 250mg Tablet
Acetazolamide
Q. What does ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET do?
ACTAMIDE 250MG 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. ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. Who should not take ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET?
You should not take ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to ACTAMIDE 250MG 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 ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET effective?
ACTAMIDE 250MG 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 ACTAMIDE 250MG TABLET too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.