Diamox Alternatives Compared
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Prescribed for Glaucoma, Hydrocephalus, Epilepsy, Edema, Mountain Sickness / Altitude Sickness, Seizure Prevention. May also be prescribed off label for Pseudotumor Cerebri. |
Prescribed for Glaucoma, Hydrocephalus, Epilepsy, Edema, Mountain Sickness / Altitude Sickness, Seizure Prevention. May also be prescribed off label for Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, Pseudotumor Cerebri. View more |
Prescribed for Glaucoma, Hydrocephalus, Epilepsy, Edema, Mountain Sickness / Altitude Sickness, Seizure Prevention. May also be prescribed off label for Pseudotumor Cerebri. |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & Reviews |
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Side Effects |
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See the full Diamox side effects document. |
See the full acetazolamide side effects document. |
See the full Diamox Sequels side effects document. |
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Pricing and Coupons* Prices are without insurance |
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We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
View all acetazolamide prices |
We could not find an exact match for this medicine. Try searching the Price Guide directly. |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Dosage Form(s) Available |
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Brand Names |
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| Other acetazolamide brands include: Diamox Sequels | Diamox, Diamox Sequels | Other acetazolamide brands include: Diamox | ||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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4 hours |
4 hours |
4 hours |
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CSA Schedule**View glossary of terms. |
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 239 drugs are known to interact with Diamox:
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A total of 239 drugs are known to interact with acetazolamide:
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A total of 239 drugs are known to interact with Diamox Sequels:
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Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions |
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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July 27, 1953 |
July 27, 1953 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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N/A |
N/A |
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Professional Resources |
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N/A |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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