Avva
- Manufactured by: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Acetazolamide (250 mg)
Avva
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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
- ऐंठन
- डिप्रेशन (और पढ़ें - डिप्रेशन के घरेलू उपाय)
Mild
- झुनझुनी, गुदगुदी, चुभन, सुन्नता या जलन
- उरटिकारिअ
- चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
- थकान
- सिरदर्द
Unknown
- ऊंघना
- अतिसंवेदनशीलता
- दस्त
Avva Related Warnings
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Is the use of Avva safe for pregnant women?
Avva has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
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?
Use of Avva may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Avva on the Liver?
Avva has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Avva on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Avva on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
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?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Avva since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Avva, so it 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
Frequently asked Questions about Avva
Question over 2 years ago
Can I take Avva with paracetamol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Avva can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question over 2 years ago
Does Avva treat epilepsy?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Avva is used in the treatment of epilepsy. It helps in epilepsy (seizures) by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.
Question over 2 years ago
Can I take Avva with ibuprofen?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other
Yes, Avva can be taken with Ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question about 3 years ago
Can Avva cause hair loss?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician
No, Avva 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.
Question over 3 years ago
How does Avva work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician
Avva is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the secretion of aqueous humor (Eye fluid), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also acts on the kidneys to remove extra water and electrolytes through urine to relieve from edema (swelling) and fluid retention. It also helps in epilepsy (seizures) by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.
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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