Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet SPIRONOLACTONA 25mg tablets
- Product code:
- W08880001
- Quantity:
- 20
- Indicated for:
- heart failure; edema; hypertension
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- spironolactone (diuretic)
- ATC
- C03DA01 — Cardiovascular system | Potassium-sparing agents | Aldosterone antagonists
Precautions:
Hypotension / fall risk
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
Requires periodic laboratory tests
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
Electrolyte disturbances
This medicine may change blood electrolyte levels.
Spironolactone is a diuretic medication that belongs to the class of aldosterone antagonists. It is used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, heart failure, edema associated with liver or kidney diseases, and primary hyperaldosteronism (a condition characterized by excessive aldosterone production). It is also used in some cases to treat acne, hirsutism (excessive hair growth), and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Spironolactone works by blocking the effects of aldosterone, a hormone that causes sodium and water retention in the body. Through this mechanism, it helps eliminate excess fluid and lower blood pressure while maintaining potassium levels.
It is taken orally, usually once or twice daily, with the dosage adjusted based on the condition being treated and the patient's response.
Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, headache, increased potassium levels (hyperkalemia), and breast tenderness or pain. In rare cases, it may cause more serious reactions, such as severe electrolyte imbalances, kidney failure, or allergic reactions.
Spironolactone is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney failure, hyperkalemia, or an allergy to the medication. It is important for patients to follow their doctor's recommendations and undergo regular tests to monitor kidney function and potassium levels.
Spironolactone works by blocking the effects of aldosterone, a hormone that causes sodium and water retention in the body. Through this mechanism, it helps eliminate excess fluid and lower blood pressure while maintaining potassium levels.
It is taken orally, usually once or twice daily, with the dosage adjusted based on the condition being treated and the patient's response.
Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, headache, increased potassium levels (hyperkalemia), and breast tenderness or pain. In rare cases, it may cause more serious reactions, such as severe electrolyte imbalances, kidney failure, or allergic reactions.
Spironolactone is contraindicated in patients with severe kidney failure, hyperkalemia, or an allergy to the medication. It is important for patients to follow their doctor's recommendations and undergo regular tests to monitor kidney function and potassium levels.
General data about SPIRONOLACTONA 25mg
- Substance:
- spironolactone
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W08880001
- Concentration:
- 25mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- tablets
- Quantity:
- 20
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for spironolactone
Concentrations available for spironolactone
- 100mg
- 25mg
- 50mg