Aldactone Tablet
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Product introduction
Aldactone Tablet is a medicine known as a diuretic (water pill). It is mainly used in the treatment of heart failure and high blood pressure. It reduces the swelling (edema) caused by some other conditions. This medicine is also used to treat low potassium levels in the body (hypokalemia).
Aldactone Tablet can be taken with or without food, but you should take it in the same way each time to get the most benefit. Taking it with food can reduce some side effects and taking it early in the day can prevent you from having to get up at night to go to the toilet. You should keep using this medicine as it has been prescribed, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Follow your doctor's advice about the type and amount of liquids you should drink. If you are being treated for high blood pressure, lifestyle changes such as taking regular exercise and changes to your diet may increase the effectiveness of this medicine.
The common side effects include feeling or being sick, vomiting, dizziness and swelling or tenderness of your breasts (men and women). If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects.
You should be careful about using Aldactone Tablet if you have kidney problems or are unable to urinate. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver or heart disease or are pregnant. Also let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are using as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. While using this medicine, you may be advised to limit your intake of salt or salt substitutes, and you should have your blood pressure checked frequently. Some other tests will be done to monitor your progress.
Uses of Aldactone Tablet
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Edema
- Heart failure
- Low potassium
Benefits of Aldactone Tablet
In Heart failure
Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body.
This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
In Low potassium
Aldactone Tablet prevents your body from absorbing too much salt, removes excess water and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.
Side effects of Aldactone Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aldactone
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Leg cramps
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use Aldactone Tablet
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. Aldactone Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Aldactone Tablet works
Aldactone Tablet 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aldactone Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aldactone Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aldactone Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aldactone Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aldactone Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aldactone Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Aldactone Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Aldactone Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aldactone Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aldactone Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Aldactone Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Aldactone Tablet affects you.
- It may increase the level of potassium in your blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
- Your doctor will regularly check your kidney function and the amount of potassium in your blood while you are on this medicine.
- Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, diarrhea, vomiting, fast or irregular heartbeat, swelling in feet, or difficulty breathing.
- Aldactone Tablet may cause breast pain/swelling, irregular periods (women), or trouble with sexual performance.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Potassium sparing diuretics
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Aldactone with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood potassium levels, which may be fatal for individuals with diabetes and kidney impairment.
If concurrent use is essential, watch
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood potassium levels, which may be fatal for individuals with diabetes and kidney impairment.
If concurrent use is essential, watch
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood potassium levels, which may be fatal for individuals with diabetes and kidney impairment.
If concurrent use is essential, watch
Concurrent use may cause high blood potassium levels.
Do not consume Ramipril with Spironolactone in case of kidney disorders. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may clos
Spironolactone may reduce the efficacy of Abiraterone Acetate.
Do not consume Abiraterone Acetate with Spironolactone.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Aldactone Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Aldactone Tablet for?
Others
36%
Hypertension *
22%
Edema
19%
Heart failure
13%
Low potassium
8%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Average
45%
Poor
28%
Excellent
27%
What were the side-effects while using Aldactone Tablet?
No Side Effec*
56%
Dizziness
12%
Drowsiness
12%
Nausea
6%
Blood and bon*
6%
*No Side Effect, Blood and bone marrow problems
How do you take Aldactone Tablet?
With food
61%
With or witho*
22%
Empty stomach
17%
*With or without food
Please rate Aldactone Tablet on price
Average
44%
Not Expensive
35%
Expensive
21%
FAQs
What is Aldactone Tablet?
Aldactone Tablet is a medicine that belongs to the class of medicines known as potassium-sparing diuretics (water tablets). Aldactone Tablet being a diuretic helps lose excess fluid from your body. It is used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, edema (swelling) or low potassium levels. Edema may be caused due to problems with your liver (cirrhosis or ascites) and kidney disorders (such as nephrotic syndrome).
What is the best time to take Aldactone Tablet?
Aldactone Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Aldactone Tablet helps remove excess fluids from the body which can make you pass more urine. Therefore, it would be best to take Aldactone Tablet during the day so as to avoid the frequent urge to urinate during sleep.
Does Aldactone Tablet treat hypertension?
Yes, Aldactone Tablet effectively treats hypertension (high blood pressure). However, it is used in combination with other medicines to get maximum benefit. Aldactone Tablet is a diuretic commonly known as a water tablet. It works by removing excess fluid from your body which helps in lowering your blood pressure. Aldactone Tablet should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.
What foods should I avoid while taking Aldactone Tablet?
You should avoid taking an excess amount of salt or salt substitutes while taking Aldactone Tablet. Try to avoid foods containing potassium or potassium substitutes such as bananas, coconut water, spinach, sweet potatoes and avocados. These foods may increase your potassium levels and this can be fatal. Consult your doctor to know more about other food choices to be avoided while taking Aldactone Tablet.
Can I use Aldactone Tablet for weight control?
No, Aldactone should not be used for weight control. Aldactone Tablet is not helpful in weight management. If you have weight related concerns, please consult a doctor who will let you know the best therapy for weight control.
What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Aldactone Tablet?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Aldactone Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Aldactone Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.
Can I take Aldactone Tablet with birth control?
Aldactone Tablet can be taken with birth control pills (oral contraceptives) as there are no reports which suggest possible interactions or side effects while using these medicines together. However, in some cases, interactions may occur. Therefore, it would be best to first talk to your doctor before taking Aldactone Tablet with any birth control pills (oral contraceptives).
Is Aldactone Tablet harmful to the kidneys?
Aldactone Tablet can lead to acute kidney failure particularly in those who already have impaired kidney function. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have kidney-related problems as you may need a different dose. In such cases, the doctor may suggest kidney function tests and closely monitor your condition.
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