Diamox Tablet
15 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹64.88
₹53.85
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SUN PHARMA
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TABLET
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Acetazolamide(250.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Glaucoma |
| Therapy | Glaucoma drugs |
| Side effects | Fits, fever, tiredness, vomiting, itching, headache |
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Medical Description
Diamox 250 tablet contains Acetazolamide, which is classified under Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors. It is prescribed for treating glaucoma, fluid retention in the body, and epilepsy (seizures). Glaucoma is an eye condition that can lead to vision loss and blindness by causing damage to the optic nerve at the back of the eye.
Before commencing the treatment, your doctor may recommend undergoing certain blood tests to determine if Diamox 250 tablet is suitable for you. If you are scheduled for any medical tests, inform your doctor as Diamox 250 tablet may interfere with them.
Prior to using Diamox 250 tablet, please disclose to your doctor if you have a history of severe kidney, liver, or lung problems, chronic non-congestive angle closure glaucoma, diminished adrenal gland function (Addison’s disease), low sodium/potassium levels, or high chlorine levels in the blood. If you are pregnant, it is not advisable to use Diamox 250 tablets. If you are breastfeeding, consult with a doctor before taking it.
For children and adolescents, the appropriate dosage of Diamox 250 tablet will be determined by the doctor based on the patient’s body weight. The most commonly reported side effects of Diamox 250 tablet include severe fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If any of these symptoms worsen over time, consult your doctor.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to acetazolamide and any other ingredient of the medicine.
- If you have low salt and electrolyte levels in the body.
- If you have an increased level of chlorine in the body.
- If you have or had a history of kidney failure or other kidney problems.
- If you have adrenal glands (glands situated over kidneys) dysfunction.
- If you have a history of liver failure or other liver problems.
- The use of Diamox tablet is prohibited in children under 12 years of age.
- Diamox tablet are advised not to be used during pregnancy or if you are planning a pregnancy.
Side effects
- Fits
- Fever
- Tiredness
- Vomiting
- Itching
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Muscle pain
- Mouth ulcers
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any form of kidney problem like stones.
- You have liver disease.
- You have a blood glucose-related problem.
- You are of age above 65.
- You have a lung-related disorder like difficulty in breathing.
- You are taking any medicine to treat fits or seizures.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Diamox tablet should be taken cautiously with methotrexate, anti-diabetics and blood thinners as it may increase or decrease the action of these medicines.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking medicines like digoxin for the treatment of heart failure and blood pressure-lowering medicines.
- Diamox tablet if taken along with medicines used for the treatment of seizures or fits may lead to bone softening, hence caution is advised.
- Diamox tablet may increase the levels of amphetamine and quinidine and prolong their action.
- If this medicine taken along with sodium bicarbonate (used to reduce stomach acid) can lead to kidney stones.
- Lithium therapy used for brain-related disorders should be used cautiously with Diamox tablet as it can increase the levels of lithium in the body.
- Diamox tablet can reduce the antiseptic action of urinary antiseptics such as methenamine.
- Other medicines like ciclosporin, carbamazepine and primidone may interact with this medicine.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:DIAMOX
Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA
Address:Pfizer Limited Plot No. L-137, Phase Iii-A, Verna Ind. Estate, Verna, Goa 403722
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Diamox 250 MG Tablet (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 3 February 2022]
- Acetazolamide 250mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 3 February 2022]
- Acetazolamide 250mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 3 February 2022]
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