Anamid 250mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Anant Remedies
Salt Composition
Acetazolamide (250mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Anamid 250mg Tablet is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes, which can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Anamid 250mg Tablet works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye. You can take it with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
Directions for Use
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. Anamid 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Anamid 250mg Tablet is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Quick Tips
Anamid 250mg Tablet helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss. Usually used in combination with other anti-glaucoma medications. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Anamid 250mg Tablet can make you very drowsy. It may cause a tingling sensation in hands and feet. Take potassium-rich foods (banana and coconut water) and get potassium levels checked regularly.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of Anamid 250mg Tablet?
Anamid 250mg Tablet helps to reduce intraocular pressure, which can lead to damage to the optic nerve and potentially cause blindness. It effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing eye pressure.
Who should avoid taking Anamid 250mg Tablet?
You should not take Anamid 250mg Tablet if you have severe liver or kidney disease, cirrhosis, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or a history of allergy to Anamid 250mg Tablet or sulfa drugs. Additionally, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Is Anamid 250mg Tablet effective?
Anamid 250mg Tablet is an effective treatment when used as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping the medication too early may lead to a return of symptoms or worsening of the condition.
Can I stop taking Anamid 250mg Tablet if I feel better?
No, you should not stop using Anamid 250mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping treatment prematurely can lead to a return of symptoms or worsening of the condition.
What if I forget to take a dose of Anamid 250mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's almost time for your next scheduled dose. In that case, take the regular dose and do not double the missed dose.
