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 Generic Aldactone Information
Generic: Spironolactone 25/100 mg |
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Aldactone (Spironolactone) is a potassium-sparing diuretic used to treat congestive heart failure or high blood pressure. |
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Brand Name: Aldactone |
Shelf Life: 5 Years |
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 Drug Name
Generic Aldactone (Spironolactone)
Active Ingredient
Spironolactone
Generic Aldactone Information on Uses
This medicine is a potassium-sparing diuretic used to treat congestive heart failure or high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How is Generic Aldactone Taken
Follow the directions for using Spironolactone - generic Aldactone, provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Generic Aldactone may cause an increase in urine or in frequency of urination. To prevent this from affecting sleep: try not to take any dose later than 6 p.m.
Generic Aldactone Information on Drug Class and Mechanism
One of the main functions of the kidneys is to retain salt (sodium chloride) and water. In patients with heart failure and cirrhosis, increased levels of a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, called aldosterone, causes salt and fluid retention by the kidneys. Generic Spironolactone inhibits the action of aldosterone causing the kidneys to excrete salt and fluid while retaining potassium. Therefore, spironolactone - generic Aldactone is classified as a potassium-sparing medication that promotes the output of urine (diuretic).
Generic Aldactone Information on Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of generic Aldactone - Spironolactone, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Generic Aldactone Information on Storage
Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
Generic Aldactone Warnings/Precautions
Spironolactone can raise your body's potassium levels. This is more likely to occur in people with kidney problems, diabetes, in elderly patients, or if the patient is severely ill. Potassium levels must be closely monitored in people with any of these problems or illnesses. If not treated, high potassium levels can be fatal.
If you develop any of the following symptoms, notify your doctor immediately: muscle weakness, slow or irregular heartbeat.
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Do not take this medicine if you are also taking potassium.
Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen or indomethacin) or medicine for heart conditions (ACE inhibitors).
Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
Generic Aldactone Information on Possible Side Effects
Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include abdominal cramping, nausea, diarrhea, headache, or change in sexual ability. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience dry mouth, excessive thirst, unusual tiredness, unusual muscle weakness, skin rash, deepening of voice, irregular or no menstrual periods, slowed heart rate, or enlarged breasts in men or breast tenderness in women.
If you notice any unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Should I have a prescription to buy generic Aldactone?
No, you need not a prescription to buy generic Aldactone . We do not require any prescription from our customers. However we would strongly recommend you to consult your doctor before taking generic Aldactone (Spironolactone) . You may have some diseases contra-indicated for taking certain kinds of medicines and your doctor will advise you what you can or cannot take.
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