Diamox Sequels for Pseudotumor Cerebri User Reviews

• IIH...
• January 24, 2010

"In February of 2008, I was diagnosed with intracranial hypertension due to a rare side effect caused by minocycline prescribed to me by a dermatologist. This medication, along with my lumbar puncture, has stopped my vision loss. The side effects have been very difficult at times. I have experienced all of the common side effects, including loss of appetite (lost 40 pounds), tingling from hands to elbows and toes to knees, and intestinal problems. Brain pressure remains high, but vision is saved. Overall, just glad to be alive and without a shunt. Be well."

• poa...
• July 14, 2011

"While there are some side effects, and it doesn't completely eliminate my condition, Diamox has allowed me to live a normal life. Most people do not even know that I am sick. I also have not had to have a shunt."

• Anonymous
• April 28, 2010

"I was experiencing blurred vision, fatigue, loss of appetite, lack of concentration, and an increased amount of severe headaches. After being checked for everything under the sun in blood work, I was told I was fine. About a month later, the headaches and the memory and concentration issues came along with more asthma attacks. My neurologist sent me for an MRI, MRA, and EEG, nothing. He then sent me for a spinal tap, which revealed I had pressure in my head double the normal. This happened on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 (last week). I received a phone call from my neurologist, who said I needed to start taking the medication immediately. I have had no appetite, consistent nausea, and I throw up on a regular basis. So I deal with it or have a shunt."

• tar...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 6, 2022

"I had cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and also have pressure from excessive fluid in the head. I have been taking Diamox Sequels extended release for over 20 years now. Nothing else works. 250 mg times 2 won't work. Only the extended release Diamox 500 mg. When I don't take it, I have horrible headaches and pressure, eyesight very blurry, and the vomiting is nonstop. Diamox Sequels by TEVA has worked the best. I highly recommend this. I have avoided a shunt this long because of Diamox."