Hydrocephalus What drugs to take

Hydrocephalus can take acetazolamide, dehydrating agents, diuretics and other drugs. 1. acetazolamide acetazolamide can reduce the production of cerebrospinal fluid. It inhibits the activity of carbonic anhydrase, thereby reducing the production of cerebrospinal fluid, suitable for some patients with hydrocephalus, especially traffic hydrocephalus. However, attention should be paid to the possible side effects when using, such as electrolyte disorder, gastrointestinal discomfort, etc., during the medication period, relevant indicators should be closely monitored. 2. Dehydrating agents such as mannitol, etc. These drugs can rapidly increase plasma osmotic pressure, so that water in brain tissue enters the blood, thereby reducing cerebral edema. When hydrocephalus causes intracranial pressure to increase significantly, short-term application can be used to relieve symptoms. However, it should not be used for a long time, so as not to cause adverse reactions such as water electrolyte imbalance. 3. Diuretics such as furosemide can promote the discharge of excess water in the body and help reduce intracranial pressure. However, long-term use of diuretics in large quantities may also cause a series of problems, such as hypokalemia, hypotension, etc., which also need to be used carefully and closely observed. It should be noted that drug treatment of hydrocephalus is usually only an auxiliary means, can not replace other necessary treatment methods, such as surgical treatment. And the specific medication plan should be based on the specific situation of the patient, by the professional doctor for comprehensive evaluation and development, patients should strictly follow the doctor's advice medication, not to increase or decrease the dosage or change medicine.