Joint Formulary & PAD

Acetazolamide - Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
Un
Restrictions / Comments :

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Acetazolamide
Indication :
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Group Name :
Keywords :
IIH, Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Brand Names Include :
Diamox
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
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Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Acetazolamide is used to treat.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension .

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Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey Heartlands integrated care system Area Prescribing have agreed that acetazolamide should be initiated and prescribed by specialist neurology teams. 

Acetazolamide will be given a RED traffic light status for this indication.