Cidamex 250 mg 20 tablets
Composition
Each tablet contains
Acetazolamide — 250 mg.
Product Description
Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor with multiple pharmacological effects:
Diuretic action: increases excretion of sodium, potassium, and water; used in edema of various origins.
Antiglaucoma effect: reduces intraocular pressure; effective in open‑angle and angle‑closure glaucoma.
Anticonvulsant effect: used in certain forms of epilepsy, especially petit mal seizures.
Altitude sickness prevention: accelerates acclimatization, prevents headache, nausea, and shortness of breath.
Indications for Use
Glaucoma (including acute attacks).
Seizure disorders (as part of combination therapy).
Edematous conditions (including cardiac origin).
Prevention of altitude sickness.
Method of Administration and Dosage
Adults with glaucoma: 250 mg, 1–4 times daily.
Children 12–18 years with glaucoma: 15–30 mg/kg/day, divided every 6–8 hours (max 1 g/day).
Adults with fluid retention: initial dose 250–375 mg in the morning daily.
Adults with epilepsy: 250–1000 mg/day.
Children with epilepsy: 8–30 mg/kg/day (max 1 g/day). Tablets are taken orally with sufficient water.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to acetazolamide or excipients.
Severe hepatic or renal impairment.
Electrolyte imbalance.
Precautions
Use cautiously in mild to moderate hepatic or renal impairment.
Monitor electrolyte balance during prolonged therapy.
Discontinue if adverse reactions occur.
Adverse Reactions / Side Effects
Possible: weakness, drowsiness, paresthesia, gastrointestinal disturbances.
Rare: allergic reactions, metabolic acidosis, electrolyte imbalance.
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 25 °C.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packaging
Carton box containing 20 tablets of 250 mg.