Diamox
|Di-a-mox|
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/ˈdaɪəmɒks/
Acetazolamide medication
Etymology
Etymology Information
The name 'Diamox' is derived from the chemical name of its active ingredient, acetazolamide.
Historical Evolution
The name 'Diamox' was created as a brand name for the drug acetazolamide.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was introduced as a treatment for glaucoma, but its uses have expanded to include other conditions like altitude sickness.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a trademark for a preparation of acetazolamide, used to treat glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, periodic paralysis, and heart failure.
The doctor prescribed Diamox to help with the patient's altitude sickness.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/22 08:31