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A 26-year-old female asked:

Could diamox cause extreme chills, soapy metallic taste in mouth, extreme sleepiness, racing heart? 7 days. thanks.

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Dr. Juan Cucalon
Specializes in Anesthesiology
Side effects: Common side effects of acetazolamide include: dizziness, lightheadedness, and. an increased amount of urine, especially during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. Other side effects of acetazolamide include blurred vision, dry mouth, drowsiness, loss of appetite, changes in the sense of taste, You may have "racing heart" if you got dehydrated
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