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Generic: acetaZOLAMIDE View All Brands Diamox Sequels, Diamox A carbonic anhydrase inhibitor anticonvulsant - It is used to treat glaucoma and some seizure disorders				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: methazolamide This medicine may also interact with the following medications: aspirin and aspirin- like medicines cyclosporine lithium medicine for diabetes methenamine other diuretics phenytoin primidone quinidine sodium bicarbonate stimulant medicines like dextroamphetamine This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You will need blood work done regularly. If you are diabetic, check your blood sugar as directed. You may need to be on a special diet while taking this medicine. Ask your doctor. Also, ask how many glasses of fluid you need to drink a day. You must not get dehydrated. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/ booths. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue breathing problems confusion, depression dark urine fever numbness, tingling in hands or feet redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth ringing in the ears seizures unusually weak or tired yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): change in taste diarrhea headache loss of appetite nausea, vomiting passing urine more often This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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