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Table of Contents
Uses
Dosage
Side Effects
Contraindications
Interactions
Approved and Off-Label Uses
By blocking carbonic anhydrase, sodium and chloride are passed from the body in urine along with excess water. This helps reduce pressure in different parts of the body, including the eyes, heart, blood vessels, and brain.
Thediureticeffect of Diamox can help treat numerous health conditions, including:
Recommended Dosage
The dosage can vary based on the FDA-approved uses of the drug:
Diamox tablets and capsules can be taken with or without food. The capsules should be swallowed whole, and tablets should neither be broken nor chewed. As Diamox can cause dehydration, be sure to drink plenty of fluid.
Diamox should be stored at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
Possible Side Effects
Side effects are common with Diamox, some of which may be severe. Speak with your healthcare provider if side effects are intolerable or make it difficult to adhere to treatment.
The possible side effects of Diamox are extensive and may include:
When to Call 911Allergic reactions to Diamox are uncommon but can occur. In rare cases, it can lead to a potentially life-threatening, whole-body allergy known asanaphylaxis.Call 911 if you experience any of the following after taking Diamox:A severe rash or hivesShortness of breath and wheezingSwelling of the tongue, face, or throatSudden severe diarrheaLightheadedness or faintingA feeling of impending doom
When to Call 911
Allergic reactions to Diamox are uncommon but can occur. In rare cases, it can lead to a potentially life-threatening, whole-body allergy known asanaphylaxis.Call 911 if you experience any of the following after taking Diamox:A severe rash or hivesShortness of breath and wheezingSwelling of the tongue, face, or throatSudden severe diarrheaLightheadedness or faintingA feeling of impending doom
Allergic reactions to Diamox are uncommon but can occur. In rare cases, it can lead to a potentially life-threatening, whole-body allergy known asanaphylaxis.
Call 911 if you experience any of the following after taking Diamox:
Who Should Not Take Diamox?
Diamox should never be used in people with the following conditions:
Other considerations should be made before using Diamox:
Drug Interactions
Many drug interactions have been reported with Diamox, so it is important to advise your healthcare provider about any medicines or supplements you take, whether they are prescription or over-the-counter.
Some of the drugs known to interact with Diamox include:
Summary
Diamox is available as a tablet, extended-release capsule, and intravenous (IV) solution. Side effects include headache, fatigue, nausea, upset stomach, loss of appetite, light sensitivity, and ringing in the ears.
6 SourcesVerywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.Teva Pharmaceuticals US.DIAMOX acetazolamide tablets USP and DIAMOX acetazolamide for injection USP intravenous.Federal Register.Determination that DIAMOX (acetazolamide) intravenous, 500 milligrams base/vial, and DIAMOX (acetazolamide) tablets, 125 milligrams and 250 milligrams, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness.Brown AJW, Cutuli SL, Eastwood GM, Bitker L, Marsh P, Bellomo R.A pilot randomised controlled trial evaluating the pharmacodynamic effects of furosemide versus acetazolamide in critically ill patients.Crit Care Resusc. 2019 Dec;21(4):258-64.Kamogashira T, Asakura S, Funayama H, Ishimoto S.Adverse events and efficacy of acetazolamide in Meniere’s disease in a vertigo outpatient clinic: a retrospective study.Cureus. 2024 Sep 17;16(9):e69616. doi:10.7759/cureus.69616Van Berkel MA, Elefritz JL.Evaluating off-label uses of acetazolamide.Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2018 Apr 15;75(8):524-531. doi:10.2146/ajhp170279Eskandari D, Zou D, Grote L, Hoff E, Hedner J.Acetazolamide reduces blood pressure and sleep-disordered breathing in patients with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled trial.J Clin Sleep Med. 2018 Mar 15;14(3):309-317. doi:10.5664/jcsm.6968
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Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.Teva Pharmaceuticals US.DIAMOX acetazolamide tablets USP and DIAMOX acetazolamide for injection USP intravenous.Federal Register.Determination that DIAMOX (acetazolamide) intravenous, 500 milligrams base/vial, and DIAMOX (acetazolamide) tablets, 125 milligrams and 250 milligrams, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness.Brown AJW, Cutuli SL, Eastwood GM, Bitker L, Marsh P, Bellomo R.A pilot randomised controlled trial evaluating the pharmacodynamic effects of furosemide versus acetazolamide in critically ill patients.Crit Care Resusc. 2019 Dec;21(4):258-64.Kamogashira T, Asakura S, Funayama H, Ishimoto S.Adverse events and efficacy of acetazolamide in Meniere’s disease in a vertigo outpatient clinic: a retrospective study.Cureus. 2024 Sep 17;16(9):e69616. doi:10.7759/cureus.69616Van Berkel MA, Elefritz JL.Evaluating off-label uses of acetazolamide.Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2018 Apr 15;75(8):524-531. doi:10.2146/ajhp170279Eskandari D, Zou D, Grote L, Hoff E, Hedner J.Acetazolamide reduces blood pressure and sleep-disordered breathing in patients with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled trial.J Clin Sleep Med. 2018 Mar 15;14(3):309-317. doi:10.5664/jcsm.6968
Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read oureditorial processto learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.
Teva Pharmaceuticals US.DIAMOX acetazolamide tablets USP and DIAMOX acetazolamide for injection USP intravenous.Federal Register.Determination that DIAMOX (acetazolamide) intravenous, 500 milligrams base/vial, and DIAMOX (acetazolamide) tablets, 125 milligrams and 250 milligrams, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness.Brown AJW, Cutuli SL, Eastwood GM, Bitker L, Marsh P, Bellomo R.A pilot randomised controlled trial evaluating the pharmacodynamic effects of furosemide versus acetazolamide in critically ill patients.Crit Care Resusc. 2019 Dec;21(4):258-64.Kamogashira T, Asakura S, Funayama H, Ishimoto S.Adverse events and efficacy of acetazolamide in Meniere’s disease in a vertigo outpatient clinic: a retrospective study.Cureus. 2024 Sep 17;16(9):e69616. doi:10.7759/cureus.69616Van Berkel MA, Elefritz JL.Evaluating off-label uses of acetazolamide.Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2018 Apr 15;75(8):524-531. doi:10.2146/ajhp170279Eskandari D, Zou D, Grote L, Hoff E, Hedner J.Acetazolamide reduces blood pressure and sleep-disordered breathing in patients with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled trial.J Clin Sleep Med. 2018 Mar 15;14(3):309-317. doi:10.5664/jcsm.6968
Teva Pharmaceuticals US.DIAMOX acetazolamide tablets USP and DIAMOX acetazolamide for injection USP intravenous.
Federal Register.Determination that DIAMOX (acetazolamide) intravenous, 500 milligrams base/vial, and DIAMOX (acetazolamide) tablets, 125 milligrams and 250 milligrams, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness.
Brown AJW, Cutuli SL, Eastwood GM, Bitker L, Marsh P, Bellomo R.A pilot randomised controlled trial evaluating the pharmacodynamic effects of furosemide versus acetazolamide in critically ill patients.Crit Care Resusc. 2019 Dec;21(4):258-64.
Kamogashira T, Asakura S, Funayama H, Ishimoto S.Adverse events and efficacy of acetazolamide in Meniere’s disease in a vertigo outpatient clinic: a retrospective study.Cureus. 2024 Sep 17;16(9):e69616. doi:10.7759/cureus.69616
Van Berkel MA, Elefritz JL.Evaluating off-label uses of acetazolamide.Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2018 Apr 15;75(8):524-531. doi:10.2146/ajhp170279
Eskandari D, Zou D, Grote L, Hoff E, Hedner J.Acetazolamide reduces blood pressure and sleep-disordered breathing in patients with hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized controlled trial.J Clin Sleep Med. 2018 Mar 15;14(3):309-317. doi:10.5664/jcsm.6968
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