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DIAMOX 250 MG TABLET
Generic : Acetazolamide (250mg)
Treatment : Glaucoma
Pack size : 15 (Tablet)
Manufacturer : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Made In : INDIA
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Diamox Tablet is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes. This pressure can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight. Diamox Tablet works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.
You can take Diamox Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
BENEFITS OF DIAMOX TABLET
In Glaucoma
Diamox Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It helps reduce pressure in your eyes that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.
HOW TO USE DIAMOX TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diamox Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW DIAMOX TABLET WORKS
Diamox Tablet is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Diamox Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diamox Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diamox Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diamox Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
.Diamox Tablet can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
.Diamox Tablet can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Diamox Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Diamox Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Diamox Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Diamox Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Diamox Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Diamox Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Interaction with drugs
- DIGOXIN
- WARFARIN
- METFORMIN
- GLICLAZIDE
- PHENYTOIN
- PRIMIDONE
- CARBAMAZEPINE
- TOPIRAMATE
- PREDNISOLONE
- DORZOLAMIDE
- BRINZOLAMIDE
- QUINIDINE
- LITHIUM
- CICLOSPORIN
- SODIUM BICARBONATE
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DIAMOX TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Diamox Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
SIDE EFFECTS
Side Effects of Diamox Tablet 15’s
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Increased urination
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
FAQ's
Q. What does Diamox Tablet do?
Diamox Tablet reduces the pressure inside the eyes, known as intraocular pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of damage to the optic nerve responsible for normal vision. If the pressure in the eye is not controlled, it can gradually lead to blindness. Diamox Tablet effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. Who should not take Diamox Tablet?
You should not take Diamox Tablet if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Diamox Tablet or sulfa drugs. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effect on your baby.
Q. Is Diamox Tablet effective?
Diamox Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Diamox Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Diamox Tablet?
No, you should not stop using Diamox Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because if you stop the medication before completing the treatment, your symptoms may return or even worsen. Use Diamox Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Diamox Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Diamox Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Diamox Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pack size – 15 ( Tablet)
pack form – Tablet
Weight – 7 (gms)
Dimensions – 3 (cm) x 7 (cm) x 1 (cm)
MORE INFORMATION
Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.
