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

Glumox Information

Glumox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Glaucoma, Edema. Secondary and off-label uses of Glumox have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glumox. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Glumox have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Glumox normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Glumox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glumox contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Glumox have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glumox is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Glumox Benefits & Uses

Glumox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Altitude Sickness

Glumox 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

Glumox Related Warnings

Is the use of Glumox safe for pregnant women?

Glumox rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Glumox safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Glumox for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Glumox on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Glumox on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Glumox on the Liver?

Glumox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Glumox on the Heart?

Glumox may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Glumox with Other Drugs

Glumox 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

Glumox Contraindications

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

Hemolytic Anemia
Bleeding
Aplastic Anemia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Glumox

Is this Glumox habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Glumox.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Glumox as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Glumox does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Glumox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Glumox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glumox

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Glumox

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glumox with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Glumox

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glumox cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Glumox has been reported to cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions

Question over 5 years ago

Does Glumox cause weight loss?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Glumox is not meant to reduce weight and it can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice because it can cause dehydration due to excessive urination which results in loss of electrolytes from your body. Loss of electrolytes from your body can cause symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Glumox?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Ideally, Glumox 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Glumox with paracetamol?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Glumox 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Glumox work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Glumox is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the secretion of aqueous humor (Eye fluid), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It also acts on the kidneys to remove extra water and electrolytes through urine to relieve from edema (swelling) and fluid retention. It also helps in epilepsy (seizures) by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.