Diamox
Acetazolamide 250mg tablets, used in the management of glaucoma, oedema and acute mountain sickness. A carbonic anhydrase inhibitor taken by mouth.
- Categories
- Heart & Blood Pressure · Eye Care
- Active ingredient
- Acetazolamide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 250mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Diamox on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Glaucoma · Oedema · Acute Mountain Sickness
- Therapeutic class
- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
- Known off-label uses
- altitude sickness
- Contraindications
- severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment; hypokalaemia
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dizziness; tingling in extremities
- Moderate side effects
- polyuria; altered taste
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Mercury Pharma
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry area.
- Drug interactions
- topiramate; salicylates
- Age restrictions
- Use requires careful clinical assessment.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Avoid. Breastfeeding: Low risk, but use with caution.
Precautions and warnings
may affect blood sugar control; avoid driving if drowsiness occurs; regular blood monitoring recommended
Serious side effects
stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; blood dyscrasias, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Acetazolamide 250mg tablets, used in the management of glaucoma, oedema and acute mountain sickness. A carbonic anhydrase inhibitor taken by mouth.
Mechanism of action
Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. By blocking this enzyme in the eye, it reduces the production of aqueous humour, thereby lowering intraocular pressure. It also acts as a mild diuretic by inhibiting bicarbonate reabsorption.
Diamox is an established form of acetazolamide, used for the management of glaucoma, oedema and acute mountain sickness. The medication is supplied as a 250mg tablet. It acts as a standard option for patients needing to control fluid levels in the eye and throughout the body.
Buying Diamox online
While the original brand remains the standard for many, generic acetazolamide, much of which is produced in India, provides a more affordable alternative for those managing persistent symptoms. Expats and residents can order the required supply online with delivery across the region.
Will I receive the original Diamox?
No. Diamox is the originator brand name, made by Mercury Pharma, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (acetazolamide) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Diamox priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Diamox comes in a 250mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What conditions is Diamox used for?
Diamox contains acetazolamide, used for glaucoma, oedema and acute mountain sickness. Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.
How quickly does Diamox work?
Acetazolamide usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 8 to 12 hours. It varies from person to person.
Does Diamox have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of acetazolamide are nausea, dizziness and tingling in extremities. Less common ones include polyuria and altered taste. Serious but less common side effects include Stevens-Johnson syndrome and blood dyscrasias, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Diamox?
Acetazolamide can interact with topiramate and salicylates. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Diamox.
Do I need a prescription to buy Diamox in Thailand?
No. In Thailand acetazolamide is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Diamox to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Diamox is the originator brand name, made by Mercury Pharma. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Mercury Pharma and do not ship the original Diamox.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Acetazolamide) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.