Diamox Tablet

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Composition FOR Diamox 250mg Tablet

Acetazolamide(250mg)

food interaction for Diamox Tablet

alcohol interaction for Diamox Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Diamox Tablet

lactation interaction for Diamox Tablet

food
alcohol
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lactation
Diamox 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 Diamox Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diamox 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
Diamox Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Diamox 250mg Tablet

Acetazolamide(250mg)

Diamox tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of glaucoma.

How diamox tablet works

Diamox 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 diamox 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 Diamox 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 Diamox 250mg Tablet

Acetazolamide

Q. What does Diamox Tablet do?
Diamox 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. Diamox Tablet effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. Who should not take Diamox Tablet?
You should not take Diamox Tablet if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Diamox 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 Diamox Tablet effective?
Diamox 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 Diamox Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Diamox Tablet?
No, you should not stop using Diamox Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because if you stop the medication before completing the treatment, your symptoms may return or even worsen. Use Diamox Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Diamox Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Diamox Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Diamox Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 28 October, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)