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Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Acetazolamide (250mg)

₹37₹34

8% off
Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

Introduction to Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

Acetazolamide is used to treat glaucoma, certain types of seizures, and altitude sickness, and to manage fluid retention associated with certain medical conditions.

Safety Advice for Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by your doctor.

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May pass into breast milk; consult your doctor before use.

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Avoid driving if you experience dizziness or blurred vision.

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Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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Use with caution if you have liver problems.

How Avva 250mg Tablet 10s works

Acetazolamide is a diuretic (water pill) that reduces the production of fluid in the eye, decreases pressure, and helps prevent seizures. It also balances chemicals in the blood that reduce altitude sickness symptoms.

How To Use Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Avva 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Special Precautions About Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Use cautiously if you have a history of kidney stones or electrolyte imbalances.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.

Benefits Of Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Lowers intraocular pressure in glaucoma patients, prevents seizures, and helps relieve symptoms of altitude sickness.

Side Effects Of Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Numbness of extremity
  • Loss of appetite
  • Excitement

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, but skip it if it’s almost time for the next dose.
  • Do not double the dose.

Health And Lifestyle

Stay hydrated, especially if using acetazolamide for altitude sickness. Reduce sodium intake to avoid fluid retention. Avoid high altitudes if prone to altitude sickness or eye pressure issues.

Drug Interaction

  • Furosemide
  • Phenytoin

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

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Glaucoma: A condition where increased pressure in the eye can lead to vision loss. Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by recurring seizures. Altitude Sickness: A condition caused by reduced oxygen levels at high altitudes, leading to symptoms like headache, nausea, and dizziness. Edema: Swelling due to fluid retention, often caused by heart or kidney problems.

FAQ's on Avva 250mg Tablet 10s

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Salony Priya

MBA in pharmaceutical management

Content Updated on

Friday, 27 September, 2024

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