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

Mylimus Benefits & Uses

Mylimus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Altitude Sickness

Mylimus 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

Mylimus Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mylimus is used -

Moderate

Convulsion
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Mild

Paresthesia
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Headache

Common

Weakness
Flushing
Increased Heart Rate

Unknown

Drowsiness
Hypersensitivity
Diarrhoea

Mylimus Related Warnings

Is the use of Mylimus safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Mylimus during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Mild
Is the use of Mylimus safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Mylimus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Mylimus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Mild
What is the effect of Mylimus on the Kidneys?

Mylimus may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Severe
What is the effect of Mylimus on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Mylimus on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Mylimus on the heart have been reported.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Mylimus with Other Drugs

Mylimus 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

Sildenafil

Tadalafil

Moderate

Prednisolone

Furosemide

Lithium

Quinidine

Hydralazine

Mylimus Contraindications

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

Hemolytic Anemia
Bleeding
Aplastic Anemia
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Mylimus

Is this Mylimus habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mylimus is addictive.

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

After taking Mylimus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mylimus can make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Mylimus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Mylimus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Mylimus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mylimus

Taking Mylimus with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mylimus

Information about the interaction of Mylimus and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mylimus

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mylimus cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Mylimus 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 about 6 years ago

What is Mylimus?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Mylimus 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 6 years ago

How does Mylimus work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Mylimus 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Mylimus cause hair loss?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Mylimus does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.