Acemax: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Acemax Information

Acemax is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Glaucoma, Edema. Acemax also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Acemax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Acemax have been listed ahead. These side effects of Acemax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acemax is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Acemax related warnings talks about Acemax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Acemax is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acemax contraindications section.

Additionally, Acemax may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Acemax is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Acemax Benefits & Uses
Acemax Dosage & How to Take
Acemax Side Effects
Acemax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Acemax with Other Drugs
Acemax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acemax
Acemax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acemax Benefits & Uses

Acemax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Altitude Sickness

Acemax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 500 - 1000 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 500 - 1000 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Altitude Sickness Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acemax Related Warnings

Is the use of Acemax safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Acemax has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Acemax safe during breastfeeding?

Acemax has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Acemax on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Acemax can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Acemax on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Acemax on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Acemax on the Heart?

Use of Acemax may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Acemax with Other Drugs

Acemax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aspirin

Fentanyl

Cisapride

Topiramate

Aspirin(ASA),Caffeine

Moderate

Prednisolone

Furosemide

Lithium

Quinidine

Acemax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acemax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hemolytic Anemia
Bleeding
Aplastic Anemia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Acemax

Is this Acemax habit forming or addictive?

Acemax does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Acemax will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Acemax is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Acemax is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Acemax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acemax

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Acemax together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Acemax

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acemax.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Acemax

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Acemax with paracetamol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Acemax can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Acemax?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Acemax can be taken by mouth once or twice daily depends on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of this drug. The usual recommended dose for the treatment of glaucoma is 250 mg every 4 hours. In some urgent cases, an initial dose of 500 mg followed by 125 mg or 250 mg every 4 hours may be used.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Acemax on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Acemax should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Acemax?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Acemax is a brand name of Acetazolamide and it comes in different forms such as a tablet, capsules, eye drop, and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It is used for the treatment of glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, and edema (excess fluid retention).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Acemax with ibuprofen?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Acemax can be taken with Ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.