Albox

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Albox Information



Albox Benefits & Uses

Albox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Albox 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
  • Disease: Glaucoma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 500 - 1000 mg/day
Geriatric
  • Disease: Glaucoma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage range: 500 - 1000 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Glaucoma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Glaucoma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Altitude Sickness
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Albox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Albox is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Drowsiness
  • Hypersensitivity
  • Diarrhoea

Albox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Albox safe for pregnant women?


    Albox has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Albox safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Albox as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Albox on the Kidneys?


    Consumption of Albox can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Albox on the Liver?


    Albox is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Albox on the Heart?


    Albox may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

    Severe


Severe Interaction of Albox with Other Drugs

Albox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Albox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Albox unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Albox

  • Is this Albox habit forming or addictive?


    Albox does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Albox as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, the use of Albox is considered safe.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Albox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Albox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Albox


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Albox and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Albox


    Information about the interaction of Albox and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Albox

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Albox?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Albox can be taken by mouth once or twice daily depends on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of this drug. The usual recommended dose for the treatment of glaucoma is 250 mg every 4 hours. In some urgent cases, an initial dose of 500 mg followed by 125 mg or 250 mg every 4 hours may be used.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Albox with paracetamol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Albox 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Albox without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Albox is a prescription drug, hence do not take Albox without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Albox?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take Albox as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Albox treat epilepsy?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Albox is used in the treatment of epilepsy. It helps in epilepsy (seizures) by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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



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