Brand Names: Glauctabs, MZM, Neptazane

Generic Name: methazolamide (Pronunciation: meth a ZOLE a mide)

• What is methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• What are the possible side effects of methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• What is the most important information I should know about methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• How should I take methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Methazolamide)?
• What happens if I overdose (Methazolamide)?
• What should I avoid while taking methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• What other drugs will affect methazolamide (Methazolamide)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is methazolamide (Methazolamide)?

Methazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. Carbonic anhydrase is a protein in the body. Methazolamide reduces the activity of this protein.

Methazolamide is used to treat glaucoma. By inhibiting the actions of carbonic anhydrase, methazolamide reduces the amount of fluid produced in the eyes and therefore also reduces pressure.

Methazolamide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Methazolamide 25 mg-TEV

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Methazolamide 50 mg-ESI

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Methazolamide 50 mg-TEV

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What are the possible side effects of methazolamide (Methazolamide)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking methazolamide and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• a sore throat or a fever;
• unusual bleeding or bruising;
• side or groin pain;
• tingling or tremors in the hands or feet; or
• a rash.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take methazolamide and talk to your doctor if you experience

• decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, or changes in taste;
• drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, or weakness;
• nervousness or tremor;
• headache or confusion;
• increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight;
• worsening gout;
• loss of blood sugar control (if you are diabetic);
• ringing in your ears or hearing problems; or
• changes in vision.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about methazolamide (Methazolamide)?

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience a sore throat, fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, tingling or tremors in the hands or feet, pain in the side or groin, or a rash. These symptoms could be early signs of a serious side effect.

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Methazolamide may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.

Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Methazolamide may increase the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when exposure to the sun is unavoidable.