Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Diamox Sequels
  2. Glauctabs
  3. Keveyis
  4. Neptazane

Descriptions


Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors are used to treat glaucoma. Acetazolamide is also used as an anticonvulsant to control certain seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also sometimes used to prevent or lessen some effects in mountain climbers who climb to high altitudes, and to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

These medicines are available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Capsule, Extended Release