DIAMOX TAB

Overview


DIAMOX TAB is composed of: ACETAZOLAMIDE (250 MG)

Acetazolamide is an Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.This reduces the activity of carbonic anhydrase protein. It is used for the treatment of Glaucoma, Edema, Epileptic seizures, Cystinuria and paralysis. It is used to prevent and reduce the symptoms of sickness.

Usage

ACETAZOLAMIDE is generally used to treat: Glaucoma, Seizure, Cystinuria, Paralysis
ACETAZOLAMIDE can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Nausea, Dizziness

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

DIAMOX TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for DIAMOX TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in the patients with history of kidney stones, Sickle cell anemia and Respiratory problems.
It may cause Dizziness, Drowsiness or vision changes. Don’t drive while taking this medication.
Avoid exposure to sunlight.
Monitor Blood sugar, Blood cell count regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ACETAZOLAMIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ACETAZOLAMIDE : Abdominal Pain, Hearing Loss, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite

Serious Side-Effects

ACETAZOLAMIDE : Jaundice, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Head Headache, Fever, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Throat Soreness, Confusion

Rare Side-Effects

ACETAZOLAMIDE : Photosensitivity, Kidney Stones, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Throat Tightness

Disease Interactions

ACETAZOLAMIDE can interfere with: Hyponatremia, Kidney Infection, Hypokalemia, Gout, Diabetes Mellitus, Metabolic Disorder

Technical Classification

ACETAZOLAMIDE is categorized as: CARBONIC ANHYDRASE INHIBITORS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

3 Times Daily54%
2 Times Daily23%
Others7%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)7%

What was the Dosage Advised?

250mg41%
1TAB23%
2tabs14%
1/2tab8%
2tab4%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days43%
5 Days26%
3 Days9%
2 Days5%
10 Days4%
14 Days3%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs3%
5 to 12yrs3%
12 to 18yrs3%
18 to 35yrs21%
35 to 50yrs19%
50 to 60yrs16%
60 to 70yrs20%
70yrs and above14%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females46%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Ophthalmologist39%
Neurosurgeon28%
Neurologist19%
Physician3%
ENT3%
None3%
Pediatrician2%
Oncologist1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

A TO Z TAB28%
LACTIHEP SYP28%
DOLO TAB 650MG27%
RABLET 20MG TAB25%
CEFTUM 500MG TAB23%
LASILACTONE 25MG TAB23%
LEVIPIL 500MG TAB18%
VOVERAN-SR TAB14%
OFLOX EYE-DPS13%
CIPLOX 500MG TAB11%
PREDACETATE EYE-DPS11%
LINEZOLID 600MG TAB11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)22%
SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)21%
TLC (HEMATOLOGY)10%

Available Alternatives for DIAMOX TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ACEMAX 250MG TABINR 36.91 for 100 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
ACETAMIDE 250MG TABINR 41 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
ACETAMIDE TABINR 56 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250 MG
ACTAMID 250MG TABINR 41.58 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
AVVA 250MG TABINR 42.74 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
AVVA 250MG TAB SRINR 58.5 for 10 TABLET SRACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
BELL ZOLAMIDE 250MG TABINR 44.81 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
DIAMOX 250MG TABINR 51.34 for 15 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
DIAMOX TABINR 52.29 for 15 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250 MG
GLUMOX 250MG TABINR 38.7 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
IOPAR 250MG CAP SRINR 56.44 for 10 CAPSULE SRACETAZOLAMIDE 250.0 MG
IOPAR- SR SR-CAPINR 38.9 for 10 CAPSULESACETAZOLAMIDE 250 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AC MOX TABINR 42.75 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE
ACETAZOLAMIDEACETAZOLAMIDE
ALBOX 400MG TABINR 13.46 for 1 TABLETACETAZOLAMIDE 400.0 MG
AT ZOL TABINR 80 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE
CAP CAPULE SRINR 54.5 for 10 CAPSULE SRACETAZOLAMIDE
OPT TABINR 7.25 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE
P 20MG TABINR 39.15 for 10 TABLETSACETAZOLAMIDE 20.0 MG