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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
Age Group | Dosage |
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.
No, Cap should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Cap 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, Cap may cause kidney stone with long term therapy. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you experience kidney stone after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Ideally, Cap 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.
Cap is a prescription drug, hence do not take Cap without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
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