Interactions and warnings for methazolamide

Below, you’ll find information about methazolamide’s possible interactions and warnings.

Interactions of methazolamide

Certain things may affect how a drug works. These include getting vaccines, consuming alcohol or certain foods, or taking the drug with other medications. This effect is called a drug interaction.

Before you take methazolamide, ask your doctor to check for possible interactions. Be sure to tell them about any of the following you take or use:

prescription or over-the-counter drugs
vitamins, herbs, or supplements

To learn about drug-condition interactions, see the “Warnings for methazolamide” section below.

Warnings for methazolamide

Some people should not take methazolamide, and others should take it cautiously.

Methazolamide could cause harm to people with certain health conditions. This effect is called a drug-condition interaction. Other factors can also affect whether methazolamide is a safe option for you. These warnings may differ based on the form of methazolamide you take.

Ask your doctor about specific warnings for methazolamide, and be sure to tell your doctor about your:

current health, including any allergies to medications
past health conditions or surgeries

Allergic reaction

Methazolamide can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Severe allergic reactions are rare but possible.

If you’ve had an allergic reaction to methazolamide or any of its ingredients, your doctor will likely not prescribe methazolamide. They can tell you about medications that are safer options for you.

A mild allergic reaction may cause the following symptoms:

serious skin reactions called Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis, which may be life threatening
skin rash
itchiness
flushing (temporary warmth, redness, or deepening of skin color)

A severe allergic reaction may cause the following symptoms:

swelling under your skin, usually in your hands, feet, eyelids, or lips
swelling of your mouth, throat, or tongue, which can cause breathing problems

If you have an allergic reaction to methazolamide, call your doctor right away. If you have severe symptoms, call 911 or a local emergency number.

Overdose of methazolamide

If you take methazolamide by mouth, you should not take more methazolamide than your doctor prescribes. For some drugs, doing so may lead to harmful effects or overdose.

If you think you’ve taken too much methazolamide, call your doctor or pharmacist right away. Or you could call 800-222-1222 to speak with someone at America’s Poison Centers. You can also use its online resource. If you have concerning symptoms, call 911 or a local emergency number immediately. You can also go to the closest emergency room.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding and methazolamide

Information about methazolamide and pregnancy and breastfeeding is described below.

Methazolamide and pregnancy

It’s not known whether methazolamide should be taken during pregnancy. If you’re planning a pregnancy or can become pregnant, talk with your doctor before taking this medication.

Methazolamide and breastfeeding

Methazolamide should not be taken while breastfeeding. If you’re currently breastfeeding or planning to do so, talk with your doctor before taking this medication. Your doctor may recommend other ways to feed your child during treatment with methazolamide.