You are taking the history from a patient who may be prescribed a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor for the treatment of glaucoma. What information would indicate this category of drug may not be appropriate for this patient?

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Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors contain a sulfonamide group and can cause cross-reactivity in patients with a history of sulfonamide allergy. Therefore, this drug may not be appropriate for a patient with a history of sulfa drug allergy.

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