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Acetazolamide 250mg

ACETAZOLAMIDE (Diamox®) helps to treat glaucoma, certain types of epilepsy or seizure disorders. It can also help mountain climbers who get altitude or mountain sickness

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What is Acetazolamide?

Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It is used to treat certain types of glaucoma, epilepsy, or edema (fluid buildup) in combination with other medicines. It is also used to treat or prevent symptoms of mountain sickness. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Tell your doctor if any of these apply to you:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Acetazolamide
you have adrenal gland problems, low blood levels of potassium or sodium, kidney problems, liver problems (eg, cirrhosis), high blood levels of chloride, or other electrolyte problems
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have kidney stones, a lung disease, glaucoma (eg, chronic non-congestive angle-closure glaucoma), diabetes, or difficulty breathing
if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness) to any other sulfonamide medicine such as acetazolamide, celecoxib, certain diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide), glyburide, probenecid, sulfamethoxazole, valdecoxib, or zonisamide

What drug(s) may interact with Azetazolamide?

Salicylates (eg, aspirin) because the risk of toxic side effects of Acetazolamide may be increased

Other carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (eg, methazolamide), cyclosporine, quinidine, phenytoin, amphetamine, or sodium bicarbonate because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased

Primidone, salicylates (eg, aspirin), lithium, or methenamine because the effectiveness of these medicines may be decreased

How to use:

Strictly follow your doctor's instructions
Follow the directions on the prescription label
Take your doses at regular intervals
Do not stop taking Acetazolamide until you are told so by your doctor
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can
Avoid taking double or extra doses

Important safety information:

Acetazolamide may cause drowsiness or temporary vision changes. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Acetazolamide. Using Acetazolamide alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
Acetazolamide may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Acetazolamide. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Acetazolamide.
Acetazolamide may interfere with certain lab tests. Make sure your doctor and laboratory personnel know you are taking Acetazolamide.
Diabetes patients - Acetazolamide may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
LAB TESTS, including blood electrolyte levels, complete blood cell count, or platelet levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Acetazolamide with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Use Acetazolamide with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Acetazolamide during pregnancy. Acetazolamide is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Acetazolamide.

Possible side effects:

Blurred vision; changes in taste; constipation; diarrhea; drowsiness; frequent urination; loss of appetite; nausea; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in urine; changes in hearing; convulsions; dark, bloody stools; dark urine; fast breathing; fever; lack of energy; lower back pain; red, swollen, or blistered skin; ringing in the ears; sore throat; tingling of the arms or legs; unusual bleeding or bruising; vision changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

What is the shelf life of the pills?

The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.

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