Diamox ER 500 Capsule
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Product introduction
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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 Capsule works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.
Diamox ER 500 Capsule is used to treat glaucoma (caused due to increased pressure in the eye), increased fluid collection in the body and fits
Diamox ER 500 Capsule is used to treat glaucoma (caused due to increased pressure in the eye), increased fluid collection in the body and fits
Uses of Diamox Capsule ER
Benefits of Diamox Capsule ER
In Glaucoma
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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.
How to use Diamox Capsule ER
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 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Diamox Capsule ER works
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Diamox ER 500 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diamox ER 500 Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diamox ER 500 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
.Diamox ER 500 Capsule can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
.Diamox ER 500 Capsule can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Diamox ER 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox ER 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Diamox ER 500 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Diamox ER 500 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Diamox ER 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diamox ER 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Diamox ER 500 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Diamox ER 500 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Diamox ER 500 Capsule helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss.
- Usually used in combination with other anti-glaucoma medications.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Diamox ER 500 Capsule can make you very drowsy.
- It may cause a tingling sensation in hands and feet. Take potassium-rich foods (banana and coconut water), and get potassium levels checked regularly.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Sulfonamides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
What does Diamox ER 500 Capsule do?
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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 Capsule effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Who should not take Diamox ER 500 Capsule?
You should not take Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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 Capsule 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.
Is Diamox ER 500 Capsule effective?
Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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 Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
I feel better now, can I stop using Diamox ER 500 Capsule?
No, you should not stop using Diamox ER 500 Capsule 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 Capsule in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Diamox ER 500 Capsule.
What if I forget to take a dose of Diamox ER 500 Capsule?
If you forget a dose of Diamox ER 500 Capsule, 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.
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Country of origin: India
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