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Acetazolamide is used to treat the following -
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acetazolamide is used -
Is the use of Acetazolamide safe for pregnant women?
Harmful effects of Acetazolamide are extremely rare for pregnant ladies.
MildIs the use of Acetazolamide safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Acetazolamide for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
MildWhat is the effect of Acetazolamide on the Kidneys?
Effects of Acetazolamide on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
SevereWhat is the effect of Acetazolamide on the Liver?
Acetazolamide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Acetazolamide on the Heart?
Effects of Acetazolamide on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
SevereAcetazolamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acetazolamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acetazolamide habit forming or addictive?
No, Acetazolamide is not habit forming.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acetazolamide since it will not make you feel sleepy.
SafeIs it safe?
Yes, the use of Acetazolamide is considered safe.
SafeIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acetazolamide in mental disorders is not effective.
translation missing: en.noInteraction between Food and Acetazolamide
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acetazolamide and food will interact.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Acetazolamide
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Acetazolamide with alcohol.
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Acetazolamide is a prescription drug, hence do not take Acetazolamide without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
Acetazolamide is a brand name of Acetazolamide and it comes in different forms such as a tablet, capsules, eye drop, and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It is used for the treatment of glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, and edema (excess fluid retention).
No, Acetazolamide should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Acetazolamide does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Acetazolamide reduces blood pressure. It works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption from the kidney, this leads to decrease in blood volume and blood pressure which provides relief from swelling and high blood pressure to the patient.
