Pack size: 1 Tablet  |  Price is for the whole Tablet

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Generic: Spironolactone

Form: Tablet 25mg

Indication

Oedema, Hirsutism, Hypertension, Hepatic cirrhosis w/ ascites and oedema, Hyperaldosteronism, Severe CHF, Hypokalaemia

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

$49

Child Dose

Oral Hepatic cirrhosis with ascites and oedema Child: Initially, 3 mg/kg given in divided doses, may adjust according to response. Diagnosis of primary hyperaldosteronism Child: Initially, 3 mg/kg given in divided doses, may adjust according to response. Preoperative management of hyperaldosteronism Child: Initially, 3 mg/kg given in divided doses, may adjust according to response. Severe congestive heart failure Child: Initially, 3 mg/kg given in divided doses, may adjust according to response.

Renal Dose

Renal impairment CrCl >50 mL/min/1.73 m²: 12.5-25 mg qDay; use maintenance dose of 25 mg qDay or q12hr after 4 weeks of treatment with potassium <5 mEq/L CrCl 30-49 mL/min/1.73 m²: 12.5 mg qDay or every other day; use maintenance dose of 12.5-25 mg qDay after 4 weeks of treatment with potassium <5 mEq/L CrCl <30 mL/min/1.73 m²: Avoid use

Contraindication

Anuria, hyperkalaemia, acute or progressive renal insufficiency. Addison's disease.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Hypertension (high blood pressure)', 'Edema']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Nausea', 'Vomiting', 'Leg cramps', 'Dizziness', 'Drowsiness', 'Confusion', 'Breast enlargement in male', 'Increased creatinine level in blood']}

How to use __NAME__

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. __NAME__ is to be taken with food.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a potassium-sparing diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and swelling by removing the extra water and electrolytes from the body without loss of potassium.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of __NAME__ is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Safety Advice

There is limited information available on the use of __NAME__ in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.