Description

Acetazolamide, marketed as Azimox 250 mg, is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used to treat conditions such as glaucoma (reducing intraocular pressure), edema associated with heart failure or medication, certain seizure disorders, and to prevent or reduce symptoms of altitude sickness.

Prescription

• Prescription-only medication—not available over the counter.
  

Therapeutic Category

• Diuretic (used for fluid retention)
• Glaucoma therapy
• Anticonvulsant (for specific seizure types such as petit mal)
• Altitude sickness prophylaxis.

Active Ingredients / Composition

• Acetazolamide 250 mg per tablet
  No added vitamins or minerals.

Vitamins

• None added.

Minerals

• None added.

 Variant

• Standard film-coated 250 mg tablet formulation in blister packs; no extended-release variant specified for Azimox brand .
  

 Consume Type

• Oral solid dosage form (tablet).

 Directions / Usage

• Taken by mouth, with or without food—if stomach upset occurs, take with food.
• For altitude sickness: start 1–2 days before ascent, continue during ascent and for 48 h after reaching altitude .
• For edema or glaucoma: typical dosing is 250–375 mg once daily in adults; dosage adjusted based on response and condition .
• Administer at same time each day; keep well hydrated.

Common Side Effects

• Increased urination, dizziness, lightheadedness
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite
• Paresthesia (tingling hands/feet), taste alteration
• Drowsiness, confusion, hearing changes (tinnitus), easy bruising/bleeding signs.

Package Type

• Blister pack of tablets

Storage Advice

• Store at room temperature, in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture.
• Keep blister sealed until use; keep out of children’s reach.

Safety Advice

• Contraindications/Precautions: allergy to sulfonamides, severe kidney or liver disease, adrenal insufficiency, dehydration, respiratory acidosis, COPD, hyperthyroidism, gout, electrolyte imbalance . 
• Drug interactions: lithium, antiepileptics (phenytoin, primidone, topiramate), aspirin, digoxin, methenamine, amphetamines, others .
• Sun sensitivity: use sunscreen/protective clothing; avoid tanning beds .
• Use caution if pregnant or breastfeeding; consult provider.
• Do not combine with other diuretics or bicarbonate without guidance.
• Avoid alcohol or cannabis until tolerance is known; can worsen dizziness or drowsiness.
  

 Product Substitutes

• Generic acetazolamide 250 mg tablets from various manufacturers
• Diamox® brand (widely used globally) for similar indications
• Other carbonic anhydrase inhibitors less common (e.g. methazolamide).

 Manufacturer / Marketer

• Azimox is marketed under Scab Pharmacy Limited in Ghana and other African markets.
• Generic acetazolamide products may come from various international and Indian manufacturers.

 Country of Origin

•  India