Cap is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Glaucoma, Edema. The alternative uses of Cap have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cap depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cap can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cap go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cap's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cap related warnings talks about Cap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Cap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cap have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cap may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cap is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cap is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cap is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Cap safe for pregnant women?
Cap has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cap safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cap on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cap on the Kidneys?
Use of Cap may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Cap on the Liver?
Side effects of Cap rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cap on the Heart?
Cap can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Cap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cap unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cap habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cap has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cap since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Cap, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cap cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cap
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cap with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cap
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cap with alcohol will be.
Yes, Cap 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.
Yes, Cap has been reported to cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions
Yes, Cap is used in the treatment of epilepsy. It helps in epilepsy (seizures) by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.
Yes, Cap is used in the treatment of edema. It acts on the kidneys to remove extra water and electrolytes through urine to relieve from edema (swelling) and fluid retention.
Cap 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).
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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