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	Candrug: Diamox , Canadian Discount Prescription Medications
		Elderly: DIAMOX should only be used with particular caution in elderly patients or those with potential obstruction in the urinary tract or with disorders rendering their electrolyte balance precarious or with liver dysfunction.
		Diamox should not be used in patients with hepatic cirrhosis as this may increase the risk of hepatic encephalopathy.
		Long-term administration of DIAMOX is contra-indicated in patients with chronic non-congestive angle-closure glaucoma since it may permit organic closure of the angle to occur while the worsening glaucoma is masked by lowered intraocular pressure.
	www.candrug.com /DrugMoreInfo15.aspx (837 words)

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		DIAMOX can be used in conjunction with other diuretics when effects on several segments of the nephron are desirable in the treatment of fluid retaining states.
		Diamox should not be used in patients with hepatic cirrhosis as this may increase the risk of hepatic encephalopathy.
		Long-term administration of DIAMOX is contra-indicated in patients with chronic non-congestive angle-closure glaucoma since it may permit organic closure of the angle to occur while the worsening glaucoma is masked by lowered intraocular pressure.
	canadadrugsonline.com /DrugMoreInfo15.aspx (843 words)

	Diamox - Talk Medical
		Diamox may increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight.
		Diamox is also a sulfa-based drug, and you may have a similar reaction to it.
		Diamox may decrease the level of lithium in your blood.
	www.talkmedical.com /medications/1799/Diamox (724 words)

	Diamox - Quoted from the Physician's Desk Reference, 1993
		The diuretic effect of Diamox is due to its action in the kidney on the reversible reaction involving hydration of carbon dioxide and dehydration of carbonic acid.
		Diamox therapy is contraindicated in situations in which sodium and/or potassium blod serum levels are depressed, in cases of marked kidney and liver disease, in suprarenal gland failure, and in hyperchloremic acidosis.
		Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants from Diamox, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
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		I didn't take any Diamox that time, took it steadily and had very few problems at all except for one day when I overdid it and had a disgusting headache on the walk in (crossing a pass at about 5,000m), and on pre-summit day, when I had headache, inappetance and nausea camping at 5,700m.
		Diamox is normally used a renal diuretic and in normal conditions will make you piss like a race horse as a friend of mine says - this is a serious side effect as dehydration will make AMS worse.
		I was under the impression that Diamox was a diuretic and prevented edema (pulmanory and cerebral) by draining fluids from your body.
	www.elbrus.org /eng1/diamox.htm (1697 words)

	Inhouse Pharmacy DIAMOX (acetazolamide)
		Diamox is an enzyme inhibitor that acts specifically on carbonic anhdyrase, the enzyme that catalyzes the reversible reaction involving the hydration of carbon dioxide and the dehydration of carbonic acid.
		Diamox should be used as an adjunct to the usual therapy.
		When Diamox is given in combination with any other anticonvulsant, it is suggested that the starting dose should be 250 mg once daily in addition to the existing medication.
	www.inhousepharmacy.com /neurological/diamox-information.html (1527 words)

	Comprehensive Diamox information, uses and side effects.
		Diamox is a white to faintly yellowish white crystalline, odorless powder, weakly acidic, very slightly soluble in water, and slightly soluble in alcohol.
		Diamox is a potent carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, effective in the control of fluid secretion (e.g., some types of glaucoma), in the treatment of certain convulsive disorders (e.g., epilepsy), and in the promotion of diuresis in instances of abnormal fluid retention (e.g., cardiac edema).
		Long-term administration of Diamox is contraindicated in patients with chronic non-congestive angle-closure glaucoma since it may permit organic closure of the angle to occur while the worsening glaucoma is masked by lowered intraocular pressure.
	www.drugs.com /pro/diamox.html (2417 words)

	UltRunR - Diamox
		Diamox is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, so it affects CO2 balance in the body.
		Diamox works by causing the body to have an excess of CO2, in response you breathe a bit faster.
		Diamox may be useful for some people at that or higher altitudes, but it didn't do anything for me at Leadville.
	www.ultrunr.com /diamox.html (1333 words)

	Diamox
		Diamox (acetazolamide) is of some value in the prevention of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
		Diamox, a drug often used in the treatment of the eye condition glaucoma, is also useful in the prevention of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
		If you decide to use the drug, I suggest Diamox 125mg (half of one tablet) is taken twice daily as a trial at sea level for two days several weeks before a visit to altitude.
	www.thebmc.co.uk /world/mm/mm3.htm (968 words)

	GORP Health - Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
		Diamox is an enzyme inhibitor that acts specifically onthe hydration of carbon dioxide and the dehydration ofcarbonic acid.
		The diuretic effect of Diamox is dueto its action in the kidney on the reversible reactioninvolving hydration of carbon dioxide and dehydration ofcarbonic acid.
		Diamox therapy is contraindicated in situations in which sodiumand/or potassium blod serum levels are depressed, in cases ofmarked kidney and liver disease, in suprarenal gland failure,and in hyperchloremic acidosis.
	gorp.away.com /gorp/health/ams.htm (912 words)

	Diamox Sequels , Diamox Sequels Side Effects, Diamox Sequels Information
		Diamox Sequels (Acetazolamide) is an enzyme inhibitor which acts specifically on carbonic anhydrase.
		i) Glaucoma: DIAMOX is useful in glaucoma (chronic simple (open angle) glaucoma, secondary glaucoma, and perioperatively in acute angle closure glaucoma where delay of surgery is desired in order to lower intraocular pressure) because it acts on inflow, decreasing the amount of aqueous secretion.
		Diamox Sequels (Acetazolamide) Adverse reactions during short-term therapy are usually non-serious.
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	Med - Acetazolamide (Diamox) - Aug 97 to Apr 00 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		Diamox was prescribed for Ashley who was about 10 or 11 at the time because she was having seizures around her period.
		The Diamox did not stop Ashley from having seizures but may have cut down the number of seizures that she was having.
		Our Sarah takes Diamox as does her oldest sister who has Epilepsy....from my understanding it is mostly used as a Diuretic and so why it helps our daughters is still a mystery from my point of view.
	www.rettsyndrome.org /digests/00169.htm (1023 words)

	Diamox Warnings, Precautions, Pregnancy, Nursing, Abuse - Acetazolamide - RxList Monographs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		The drug had no effect on fertility when administered in the diet to male and female rats at a daily intake of up to 4 times the recommended human dose of 1000 mg in a 50 kg individual.
		The safety and effectiveness of DIAMOX in pediatric patients have not been established.
		In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal, or cardiac function, and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy.
	129.250.146.18 /cgi/generic/aceta_wcp.htm (463 words)

	Inhouse Pharmacy (UK) Diamox - Acetazolamide - used in the treatment of glaucoma , epilepsy , to prevent or relieve the ...
		Diamox should not be used as a long-term treatment for the type of glaucoma called chronic noncongestive angle-closure glaucoma.
		If you are taking Diamox to help in rapid ascent of a mountain, you must still come down promptly if you show signs of severe mountain sickness.
		Diamox works best when it is taken every other day--or 2 days on, 1 day off--for this condition.
	www.inhousepharmacy.co.uk /neurological/diamox.html (886 words)

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		Diamox has been shown to be beneficial in the preventing or reducing the symptoms of AMS in susceptible individuals.
		Diamox abolishes the periodic breathing associated with altitude, and raises oxygen saturation during sleep which can be the cause of poor sleep at altitude.
		Diamox is a pretty safe drug but there are people who should not take diamox, such as those with allegies to sulfa drugs and a few other and like all drugs there can be rare serious side effects.
	www.tradgirl.com /climbing_faq/mountaineering/altitude.shtml (5062 words)

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		Diamox, administered during experimental chronic respiratory acidosis in an amount sufficient to inhibit completely renal carbonic anhydrase, resulted in marked increase in plasma pCO2 and bicarbonate concentration.
		Diamox is known as the climbers sleeping pill and will keep you breathing comfortably through the night.
		DIAMOX works by blocking an enzyme, which is responsible for fluid formation.
	www.lycos.com /info/diamox--miscellaneous.html (337 words)

	Review of Ophthalmology
		Diamox, especially at higher doses, causes many patients to experience tingling, gastrointestinal upset and increased urination, and other more severe problems are possible.
		Diamox reduces aqueous flow 21 to 30 percent during the day and 24 percent at night (an advantage not shared by beta-blockers).
		Diamox kept her pressure at a safe level until additional PRP could be performed.
	www.revophth.com /index.asp?page=1_916.htm (1869 words)

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		Diamox (acetazolamide) is used with other medications to treat certain kinds of glaucoma and fluid retention in the inner eye.
		Do not take Diamox (acetazolamide) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Diamox (acetazolamide) you have serious liver or kidney disease, including cirrhosis you have low blood levels of sodium or potassium you have excessive chloride in your blood you have angle-closure glaucoma.
		Diamox (acetazolamide) is to be taken by the patient in whom it was prescribed.
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		Diamox, with the generic name of Acetazolamide, is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.Diamox works by reducing the activity of carbonic anhydrase, a protein found in the body.
		Diamox is a sulfa-based medicine and you may have similar adverse effects to it.
		Diamox belongs to FDA Pregnancy Category C. This entails that its effects to an unborn child is not certain.
	www.drugdelivery.ca /s3100-s-DIAMOX.aspx (552 words)

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		Skammtastærðir handa fullorðnum við gláku: Forðahylki 500 mg (Diamox Depot): 1 forðahylki einu sinni til tvisvar á dag.
		Töflur (Diamox): 1/2-1 tafla þrisvar til fjórum sinnum á dag.
		Forðahylki (Diamox Depot) 250 mg eða 500 mg: 30 eða 100 forðahylki í glasi.
	www.doktor.is /lyf/lyf.asp?id=3016 (244 words)

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		Acetazolamide (Diamox®) is a medication that forces the kidneys to excrete bicarbonate, the base form of carbon dioxide; this re-acidifies the blood, balancing the effects of the hyperventilation that occurs at altitude in an attempt to get oxygen.
		Diamox is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and is the only product taken orally in its class.
		Diamox was originally introduced as an orally active diuretic.
	www.lycos.com /info/diamox.html (385 words)

	Diamox Online, Description, Chemistry, Ingredients, Blackbox - Acetazolamide - RxList Monographs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		DIAMOX, an inhibitor of the enzyme carbonic anhydrase is a white to faintly yellowish white crystalline, odorless powder, weakly acidic, very slightly soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol.
		DIAMOX is available as oral tablets containing 125 mg and 250 mg of acetazolamide respectively and the following inactive ingredients: Corn Starch, Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Stearate, Povidone, and Sodium Starch Glycolate.
		DIAMOX is also available for intravenous use, and is supplied as a sterile powder requiring reconstitution.
	www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic/aceta.htm (176 words)

	DIAMOX (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		Acetazolamide (Diamox) is an antiepileptic drug used in treating seizures.
		It is usually used as a second drug to control simple and complex partial seizures, generalized tonic/clonic seizures (grand mal), and seizures around the time of the menstrual period.
		Diamox may be taken with most other medications.
	www.columbiaepilepsy.org /epilepsy-medication/DIAMOX.htm (490 words)

	Diamox - Buy Diamox 250 mg - Order Diamox without Prescription. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		Diamox 250 mg prescription is NOT required at this pharmacy.
		Diamox 250 mg is then supplied through one of our online drugstores via international airmail, and will arrive at your home between 15 - 21 days after you order Diamox online.
		Diamox is used in the treatment of the eye condition glaucoma is useful in the prevention of Acute Mountain Sickness.
	www.all-medications.com /diamox.shtml (313 words)

	Data Sheet
		DIAMOX is an enzyme inhibitor that acts specifically on carbonic anhydrase, the enzyme that catalyzes the reversible reaction involving the hydration of carbon dioxide and the dehydration of carbonic acid.
		To monitor for haematological reactions common to all sulfonamides, it is recommended that a baseline CBC, platelet count and electrolyte levels be obtained on patients prior to initiating DIAMOX therapy and at regular intervals during therapy.
		Each 500 mg vial containing DIAMOX sterile acetazolamide sodium should be reconstituted with at least 5 mL of Sterile Water for Injections prior to use.
	www.medsafe.govt.nz /profs/Datasheet/d/Diamoxtabinj.htm (2489 words)

	Diamox, Acetazolamide, side effects, drug interactions, overdose, dosage
		It is used in the treatment of glaucoma (excessive pressure in the eyes), epilepsy (for both brief and unlocalized seizures), and fluid retention due to congestive heart failure or drugs.
		Your doctor will not prescribe Diamox for you if your sodium or potassium levels are low, or if you have kidney or liver disease, including cirrhosis.
		If Diamox is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment with Diamox is finished.
	www.pdrhealth.com /drug_info/rxdrugprofiles/drugs/dia1131.shtml (803 words)

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		Diamox (Acetazolamide) allows you to breathe faster so that you metabolize more oxygen, thereby minimizing the symptoms caused by poor oxygenation.This is especially helpful at night when respiratory drive is decreased.
		Since it takes a while for Diamox to have an effect, it is advisable to start taking it 24 hours before you go to altitude and continue for at least five days at higher altitude.
		Diamox has also been known to cause severe allergic reactions to people with no previous history of Diamox or sulfa allergies.
	home.earthlink.net /~tamura3d/art/camp/ams.html (597 words)

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	Medicines for Epilepsy: Diamox (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-21)
		Diamox (DI-a-mox) was introduced as an antiepileptic drug in 1952.
		Due to the similar mechanism of kidney stone formation, caution should be used when prescribing Diamox with topiramate and zonisamide, and the patient is urged to drink several glasses of water daily.
		Women who are taking this medication and who wish to become pregnant should discuss treatment options with their physicians before the pregnancy begins.
	www.epilepsyfoundation.org /answerplace/Medical/treatment/medications/typesmedicine/diamox.cfm (203 words)

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