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Methazolamide
Latest prescription information about Methazolamide. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Methazolamide
Pronunciation : meth a ZOLE a mide
Therapeutic Classification : diuretics
Trade Name(s):
International- Glauctabs, Neptazane. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with depressed levels of sodium and/or potassium serum levels, in cases of marked kidney or liver disease or dysfunction, brain dysfunction due to liver impairment, long-term administration and hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : PO- The effective therapeutic dose administered varies from 50mg to 100mg 2 or 3 times daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, respiratory problem, overactive thyroid, lung infection, heart disease, hormonal changes, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid exposure to sunlight. Side Effects : Central Nervous System- Fatigue, uneasiness, abnormal sensation, drowsiness and confusion. Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and urinary frequency. Miscellaneous- Hearing dysfunction, loss of appetite and taste alteration. * Avoid alcohol consumption. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (20°-25°C), and in an airtight container. |
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