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I have iih, started 500mg diamox (acetazolamide). started to help for 4 weeks, but now sx have come back, i think i need more than 500mg. what's normal dose for iih?

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Higher doses: You can be on much higher doses; however, most start to complain of side effects at those doses. If you have papilledema (swollen optic nerves) your doctors may insist on higher doses despite side effects.

Answered 9/5/2016

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