Diamox Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors used to treat glaucoma, oedema (fluid retention), epilepsy, and to treat and prevent altitude/mountain sickness. Diamox Tablet works by inhibiting the carbonic anhydrase enzyme. This inhibitory action decreases the secretion of aqueous humour, thereby lowering intraocular pressure. Diamox Tablet inhibits the carbonic anhydrase enzyme; this helps retard abnormal, excessive discharge from central nervous system neurons, thereby helps treat certain dysfunctions of the central nervous system, such as epilepsy. Diamox Tablet reduces the activity of carbonic anhydrase, thereby helping lower fluid retention. Diamox Tablet may also be used to treat muscle weakness/periodic paralysis and to lower the increased pressure in the areas surrounding the spinal cord and brain.

FAQs

How does Diamox Tablet help treat glaucoma?

Diamox Tablet inhibits carbonic anhydrase enzyme. This inhibitory action decreases the secretion of aqueous humour, thereby lowering intraocular pressure and helping treat glaucoma.

Is Diamox Tablet used to treat epilepsy?

Diamox Tablet is used as an adjunct in the treatment of epilepsy. It inhibits the carbonic anhydrase enzyme; this helps retard abnormal, excessive discharge from central nervous system neurons, thereby helps treat seizures.

Is Diamox Tablet used to treat oedema?

Diamox Tablet promotes diuresis of abnormal fluid retention due to congestive heart failure. Fluid retention or oedema is the accumulation of fluid in the body tissues.

Does Diamox Tablet help treat mountain sickness?

Diamox Tablet helps reduce the severity and duration of symptoms of altitude/mountain sickness, such as headache, stomach upset, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, and shortness of breath.

Can I stop using Diamox Tablet on my own?

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Diamox Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Diamox Tablet .

Does Diamox Tablet cause photosensitivity?

Diamox Tablet might make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid unnecessary and prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing, sunscreen and sunglasses whilst going out.