Drug reference
acetazolamide
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Drug class
Miscellaneous (Eye Preparations)
Mechanism of action
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that decreases rate of aqueous humor formation, in that way decreasing intraocular pressure, Inhibits H+ ion excretion in renal tubule, increasing sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, and water excretion and producing alkaline diuresis,
Common side effects
- Malaise
- Urticaria
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Photosensitivity
- Convulsions
- Flaccid paralysis
Contraindications
- Hypokalemia Hyponatremia Hyperchloremic acidosis Hypersensitivity to acetazolamide or sulfa Liver disease Severe renal disease or dysfunction Long term use in noncongestive angle-closure glaucoma Cirrhosis Long-term administration in patients with chronic, noncongestive angl…
Known interactions (1)
- acetazolamide + ondansetron Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is acetazolamide?
acetazolamide belongs to: Miscellaneous.
How does acetazolamide work?
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that decreases rate of aqueous humor formation, in that way decreasing intraocular pressure, Inhibits H+ ion excretion in renal tubule, increasing sodium, potassium, bicarbonate, and water excretion and producing alkaline diuresis,
What are the common side effects of acetazolamide?
Malaise, Urticaria, Drowsiness, Confusion, Photosensitivity, Convulsions, Flaccid paralysis
Which drugs interact with acetazolamide?
ondansetron
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