Dangerous Drugs - Methazolamide

Methazolamide, otherwise known by its generic name Neptazane, was approved by the FDA on August 28th, 1996. It is manufactured by Wyeth-Ayerst. Methazolamide is prescribed to treat glaucoma, tremors, and altitude sickness. It reduces the amount of fluid produced in the eyes, reducing pressure on parts of the circulatory system and body.

Some who take Methazolamide develop Stevens Johnson Syndrome or SJS, a rare skin disease. Stevens Johnson Syndrome can cause rash, skin peeling, and sores on the mucous membranes. It is an immune-complex-mediated hypersensitivity disorder that may be caused by many drugs, viral infections, and malignancies. SJS patients are often treated in burn centers due to their open wounds and risk of infection. SJS can be fatal. Many drugs that cause SJS did not have the labels placed until recently.

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