DIAMOX SR Capsule Ref.[6056] Active ingredients: Acetazolamide

Capsules should be swallowed whole. Do not chew or crush.

Adults: One or two 250mg capsules a day.

Children: This product is not intended for administration to children.

There is no relevant indication for use of Acetazolamide in children.

Use in Elderly Patients

Acetazolamide should be used with particular caution in elderly patients or those with potential obstruction in the urinary tract or with disorders rendering their electrolyte balance precarious or with liver dysfunction.

Use in Patients with Renal Impairment

In patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, the dose should not exceed 250mg per day or the dosage interval should be increased to every 12 hours.

Electrolyte imbalance, development of an acidotic state and central nervous effect might be expected to occur. Serum electrolyte levels, (particularly potassium) and blood pH should be monitored.

Supportive measures are required to restore electrolyte and pH balance. The acidotic state can usually be corrected by the administration of bicarbonate.

Despite its high intra-erythrocytic distribution and plasma protein binding properties, acetazolamide is dialyzable. This may be particularly important in the management of acetazolamide overdosage when complicated by the presence of renal failure.

No specific antidote.

Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.

No case of overdose has been reported

Blister packs: 36 months.

Polypropylene bottles: 24 months.

Store below 30°C.

Store in the original package in order to protect from light and moisture.

Blister Packs: 28 and 30 Capsules/ Pack

Opaque UPVC/PVDC blister Pack heat sealed with aluminium foil backing in an outer carton

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Not applicable.