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Acetazolamide is prescribed to help prevent and alleviate altitude sickness symptoms. It helps reduce headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath, which may occur when rapidly ascending to high altitudes, typically above 10,000 feet (3,048 meters). This medication is especially helpful when a gradual ascent is not possible. The best prevention for altitude sickness includes slow climbing, taking a 24-hour break to acclimate, and easing into activities during the first couple of days. Additionally, Acetazolamide is used alongside other medications to manage high eye pressure in certain types of glaucoma. As a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, it works by reducing fluid production inside the eye. It also helps reduce fluid buildup (edema) resulting from heart failure or specific medications. Due to its potential to lose effectiveness over time, it is generally used for short durations. Moreover, Acetazolamide is sometimes used with other treatments for certain seizure types, including petit mal and unlocalized seizures.