Acetazolamide

Strength: 250 mg

Dosage Form: Tablet

Description: Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used primarily to treat glaucoma, altitude sickness, epilepsy, and fluid retention. It works by reducing fluid production and altering electrolyte balance.

Key Features:

• Used for glaucoma and edema
• Effective in managing acute mountain sickness
• Also prescribed as an anticonvulsant

Precautions:

Avoid in patients with sulfa allergy. Monitor electrolyte levels regularly. Use cautiously in kidney or liver disease.