Aldactone (spironolactone) is a potassium-sparing diuretic used for fluid retention in
It balances potassium levels and lowers blood pressure by blocking aldosterone receptors in the kidneys, increasing sodium and water excretion while retaining potassium.
Aldactone is used to treat various conditions including:
It is also prescribed to diagnose disorders characterised by excess aldosterone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates salt and water balance.
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Get A Second OpinionSome of the common side effects of Aldactone are:
Some of the serious side effects of Aldactone are:
If you are using the liquid form of this drug, shake the bottle just before each dose. Use a special measuring device or spoon to measure the dose accurately; do not use a regular household spoon. You can take the liquid form with or without food, but always choose one way and stick to it for each dose.
Aldactone: 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg
The number of times allergic reactions occurred in clinical trials for Aldactone is uncertain. Signs of a mild allergic reaction may include:
Keep your medicine away from heat, air, and light, as they can damage it. Exposure to medicine can be harmful. Store it in a safe place out of children's reach, ideally at room temperature between 68ºF and 77ºF (20ºC and 25ºC).
| Aldactone | Spironolactone |
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| Aldactone (spironolactone) is a potassium-sparing diuretic used in congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, and kidney disease to drain excess fluid from the body. | Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic that helps in preventing the body from absorbing too much salt and also keeps the potassium levels from getting very low |
| Aldactone is also used for the diagnosis or treatment of a disorder in which your body has too much aldosterone. | The medication is also used for treating swelling that is caused by various conditions and by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms like breathing problems. |
Some of the common side effects of Aldactone are:
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The most common side effects of Spironolactone are:
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Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, kidney complications, and heart attacks. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by some conditions by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing issues (heart failure, liver disease).
Aldactone works by limiting hormonal changes that can trigger breakouts. Androgen hormones, including testosterone, are usually considered male hormones. Androgens, however, are also found in the female body, but at lower levels. Some women develop more androgen hormones than necessary.
Aldactone works against the effects of a hormone called aldosterone. Too much aldosterone allows the kidneys to maintain elevated levels of sodium (a mineral) and water, while too much potassium is eliminated from the body.
Aldactone can worsen kidney function in patients with low to no salt in their bodies or in those taking other blood pressure medicines (e.g., ARB, ACE inhibitor). If you have questions about this, talk to your doctor.
It is a steroid that blocks and has some estrogen-like effects on the effects of the hormones aldosterone and testosterone. Aldactone belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics that are potassium-sparing.
Some of the common side effects of Aldactone are:
Aldactone (spironolactone) typically begins to show effects within a few days to a week of starting treatment, but noticeable improvements in symptoms may take several weeks. It's essential to continue taking it as prescribed by your doctor for optimal results.
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