Avva Information
Avva is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Glaucoma, Edema. The alternative uses of Avva have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Avva is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Avva have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Avva go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Avva has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Avva has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Avva related warnings section.
Avva is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Avva are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Avva may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Avva is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Avva Benefits & Uses
Avva is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Avva Dosage & How to Take
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Avva Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avva is used -
Moderate
- Convulsion
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
- Paresthesia
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fatigue
- Headache
Unknown
- Drowsiness
- Hypersensitivity
- Diarrhoea
Avva Related Warnings
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Is the use of Avva safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Avva has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Mild -
Is the use of Avva safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Avva on breastfeeding women are very mild.
Mild -
What is the effect of Avva on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Avva on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Severe -
What is the effect of Avva on the Liver?
Avva may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Avva on the Heart?
Use of Avva may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Severe
Severe Interaction of Avva with Other Drugs
Avva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Avva Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Hemolytic Anemia
- Bleeding
- Aplastic Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Avva
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Is this Avva habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Avva.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Avva does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Avva is safe for use.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Avva cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Avva Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Avva
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Avva together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Avva
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Avva with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetazolamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 586-587
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetazolamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 586-587
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetazolamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 586-587
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetazolamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 586-587