Acetazolamide Sodium
Warnings
What may interact with Acetazolamide?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Methazolamide
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Aspirin and aspirin-like medications
-Cyclosporine
-Lithium
-Medications for diabetes
-Methenamine
-Other diuretics
-Phenytoin
-Primidone
-Quinidine
-Sodium bicarbonate
-Stimulant medications for ADHD, weight loss, or staying awake
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Acetazolamide
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Diabetes
-Glaucoma
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Low adrenal gland function
-Lung or breathing disease, such as asthma or COPD
-An unusual or allergic reaction to acetazolamide, sulfa, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using Acetazolamide?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication.
This medication may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medication. Contact your care team right away if you notice fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. Or, you might notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips, or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.

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