Diamox ER 500 Capsule

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Acetazolamide (500mg)
Chemical Class	Sulfonamides Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL
Action Class	Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	693

FAQ

Is Diamox ER 500 effective?

Diamox ER 500 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 ER 500 too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

I feel better now, can I stop using Diamox ER 500?

No, you should not stop using Diamox ER 500 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 ER 500 in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Diamox ER 500.

What if I forget to take a dose of Diamox ER 500?

If you forget a dose of Diamox ER 500, 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.

What does Diamox ER 500 do?

Diamox ER 500 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 ER 500 effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.

Who should not take Diamox ER 500?

You should not take Diamox ER 500 if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Diamox ER 500 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.

What if you forget to take Diamox Capsule ER?

If you miss a dose of Diamox ER 500, 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.

Diamox ER 500 Capsule Reviews

Diamox ER 500 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 ER 500 works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.

You can take Diamox ER 500 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.

The most common side effect is headache. Other side effects include feeling tired, dizziness, and taste change. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine. It is also reported to cause choroidal effusion (fluid buildup between the choroid and sclera.) or choroidal detachment (separation of the choroid from the sclera due to fluid accumulation) in some people. If you experience such reactions, inform your doctor.

Avoid using of this medicine if you have a known history of allergic reaction to any of the components of this medicine. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Additionally, let your doctor know if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes before taking the medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine as it may cause hamrful effects to the mother or the developing baby.

How Diamox ER 500 Capsule Works

Diamox ER 500 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.

How to Use Diamox ER 500 Capsule

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 ER 500 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Diamox ER 500 Capsule

In Glaucoma: Diamox ER 500 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.

Uses of Diamox ER 500 Capsule

Glaucoma

Diamox ER 500 Capsule Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Diamox ER 500 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive..Diamox ER 500 can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^CAUTION

Diamox ER 500 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox ER 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Diamox ER 500 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Diamox ER 500. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Diamox ER 500 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.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Diamox ER 500 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox ER 500 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Diamox ER 500 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Diamox ER 500 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

It may cause a tingling sensation in hands and feet. Take potassium-rich foods (banana and coconut water), and get potassium levels checked regularly.
Diamox ER 500 helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss.
Usually used in combination with other anti-glaucoma medications.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Diamox ER 500 can make you very drowsy.
Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.

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