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- A prescription medication
- Available under brand name Aldactone
- Treats hypertension and low potassium levels
Spironolactone is a medication used to treat hypertension, heart failure, low potassium levels, and other cardiovascular conditions. It’s available as a tablet and liquid.
Spironolactone is a diuretic. It works by eliminating excess water and sodium from the body through the urine and reducing the loss of potassium.
You may qualify for spironolactone if you have been diagnosed with the following:
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Edema
- Heart failure
- Hypertension
- High blood pressure
- Myasthenia gravis
- Hormonal acne
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Frequently asked questions
A healthcare provider can help you determine the appropriate dosage of spironolactone. If needed, a healthcare provider may gradually increase your dosage.
Health experts do not recommend taking more than one dose within a 24 hour period. If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
A healthcare provider may not recommend spironolactone if you have Addison’s disease, high levels of potassium, or kidney disease.
As with any medication, it’s possible to be allergic to spironolactone. Let a healthcare provider know if you experience any allergy symptoms while taking spironolactone.
Spironolactone may interact with foods that are high in potassium like bananas, avocados, and salmon.
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting spironolactone. Taking spironolactone while pregnant or breastfeeding may harm an unborn child.
Health experts do not recommend drinking alcohol while taking spironolactone. Drinking too much alcohol while taking spironolactone may negatively affect the liver.
You may experience the following side effects while taking spironolactone:
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Irregular menstrual periods
- Drowsiness
- Restlessness
- Fatigue
While taking spironolactone, you may experience the following severe side effects:
- Arrhythmia
- Jaundice
- Rash
- Hives
- Trouble breathing
- Bloody stool
- Fainting
- Loss of appetite
Reach out for emergency assistance if you experience any severe side effects while taking spironolactone.
Spironolactone may interact with the following medications:
- NSAIDs
- Lithium
- Blood pressure medications
- ACE inhibitors
- Heparin
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know about all of the medications and supplements you are taking before starting spironolactone.
It’s possible to overdose on spironolactone. Be sure to seek emergency assistance if you believe you or someone you know may have overdosed on spironolactone.
Spiranolactone may begin working within the first few hours of taking the medication, but you may not see results until weeks or months after taking it.
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