Methazolamide
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Methazolamide
Methazolamide
Tablets, USP
DRUG DESCRIPTION
Methazolamide, a sulfonamide derivative, is a white crystalline powder, weakly acidic, and slightly soluble in water, alcohol and acetone. It is available as 25 mg and 50 mg tablets. The chemical name for methazolamide is N -[5-(aminosulfonyl)-3-methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2(3H )-ylidene]-acetamide and it has the following structural formula:
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Methazolamide tablets, USP contain 25mg or 50mg of methazolamide. Inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose (monohydrate), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium lauryl sulfate.
Last reviewed on RxList: 9/2/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
Additional Methazolamide Information
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