Diamox Generic name Acetazolamide is used for the treatment of those persons who are having altitude sickness and eye disease(glaucoma) like difficulty in seeing things, far sightedness and vision problem. But it is most commonly used for altitude sickness. This medicine controls the fluids in the body and helps in breathing problems, dizziness, head-ache and vision problem. Patient using this medication for the treatment should consult the doctor because it can lead to different kind of sickness like bleeding, pain in hands and feet, and rashes may developed in the body and many more side effects can occur. And it is always recommended before taking this medicine it is better to consult with doctor first for the time being.
How should I take this medication?
As Acetazolamide Diamox medication is a unique medicine, you must always consult your doctor unless you should not take this medicine, so that you have a clear concept on this medicine how and when to take. Medicine should be taken at a proper time. Do not expose to sunlight and keep away from moisture. Taking medicine along with water is a good habit. While taking diamox it is better to take it food because this medicine might make stomach problem.
What are the possible side effects of using this drug?
This patient may experience Diamox side effects such asnausea, loss of appetite, headache, ears problem, vision problem, and skin become more sensitive, loss of strength, diarrhea and vomiting. This medication may induce rash may developed in the body, fever, breathing problem, swelling on the face area, feeling changes and uncomfortable in hands and feet, and groin pain. Beside this, this medication can also cause allergic reactions like hives, breathlessness, swelling on face, lips, tongue, and throat. It may make the mouth go dry, induce drowsiness and light headedness. Patient may feel weak, irritable and experience muscle pain. As it makes the skin more sensitive, the patient easily gets bruised, blisters and peeling of skin rash. In extreme cases it may also lead to hearing loss, loss of appetite, uncommon stools and jaundice.
What precautions do I need to follow while using Diamox?
Women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant can use this medication if it is recommended by the doctor as this medication can harm the unborn fetus in the womb. If you use diamox medication the patient should be careful while driving or handling heavy machineries as this medication can cause dizzy and may hamper the concentration ability. Lactic mother should not use this medication if it is not prescribed by the medical specialist as this medication can pass into the breast milk and may harm the nursed child.Patient suffering from liver disease, kidney problem, lung infections, hormonal dysfunction and pain reliever medication should not use this medication without doctor consulting the doctor as there might be a need of adjustment of dosage.
