Acetazolamide (Diamox) Flashcards

What is the pharmacological class of Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

What is the therapeutic class of Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

What is the mechanism of action of Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

What are the indications for Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

What are the contraindications for Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

Which of the following could increase due to the use of Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

What are the routes of administration for Acetazolamide (Diamox)?

Acetazolamide (Diamox) Overview

Acetazolamide is classified as a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and functions as a diuretic.
It falls under the therapeutic class of diuretics and is categorized as a Pregnancy Class C drug.

Mechanism of Action

Acetazolamide works by reducing hydrogen ion and bicarbonate levels, which leads to its diuretic effect.

Indications for Use

Prescribed for the treatment of glaucoma, aiding in reducing intraocular pressure.
Used to manage edema resulting from congestive heart failure (CHF).
Effective in preventing and treating symptoms of high altitude sickness.

Contraindications

Not suitable for individuals with a known allergy to the drug.
Caution is advised for patients with hyponatremia (low sodium levels) or hypokalemia (low potassium levels).
Patients with severe renal or hepatic dysfunction, adrenal gland insufficiency, or blood in the stool should avoid use.

Adverse Effects

Can enhance toxicity of digoxin.
May increase effects of drugs such as corticosteroids, amphetamines, carbamazepine, cyclosporine, phenytoin, and quinidine.

Administration Routes

Available for administration via oral intake or intravenous (IV) injection.

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