Acetazolamide (250mg) k

Acetazolamide (250mg)

ATZOLSMILE 

Acetazolamide is a medication primarily used to treat glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, and fluid retention. Here's some general information about acetazolamide:

• Dosage: The typical dosage of acetazolamide for different conditions may vary. For instance, in the treatment of glaucoma, the usual dose is 250 mg to 1000 mg per day, usually in divided doses. For altitude sickness prevention, a common dosage is 125 mg to 250 mg twice daily starting one to two days before ascent and continuing for 48 hours after reaching the highest altitude or until descent.

• Mechanism of Action: Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by reducing the activity of carbonic anhydrase, an enzyme involved in the production of bicarbonate ions. By inhibiting this enzyme, acetazolamide reduces the production of aqueous humor in the eye, which can help lower intraocular pressure in glaucoma. It also helps in controlling seizures and mitigating altitude sickness symptoms by acidifying the blood, which stimulates ventilation and increases oxygenation.