Edeflow 50 Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Edeflow 50 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).
Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow Tablet
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Heart failure
- Edema
- Low potassium
Benefits of Edeflow Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Edeflow 50 Tablet lowers blood pressure by removing excess salt and water from your body. Lowering of blood pressure makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and puts you at a lesser risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.
In general, this medicine is used along with other blood pressure-lowering medicines. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
In general, this medicine is used along with other blood pressure-lowering medicines. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
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 Edema
Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Edeflow 50 Tablet helps get rid of the extra water and electrolytes from your body by increasing the amount of urine produced. This enables your body to get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, or abdomen. Therefore, you can carry out your daily activities more comfortably. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits.
In Low potassium
Edeflow 50 Tablet prevents your body from absorbing too much salt, removes excess water and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.
Side effects of Edeflow 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 Edeflow
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Leg cramps
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Breast enlargement in male
How to use Edeflow 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. Edeflow 50 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Edeflow Tablet works
Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow 50 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Edeflow 50 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
Edeflow 50 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
Edeflow 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Edeflow 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Edeflow 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Edeflow 50 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Edeflow 50 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Edeflow 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Edeflow Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Edeflow 50 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Edeflow 50 Tablet
₹4.13/Tablet
Aldactone 50 Tablet
RPG Life Sciences Ltd
₹4.8/tablet
16% costlier
Cglactone 50mg Tablet
Cmg Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹4.65/tablet
13% costlier
Aldotone 50mg Tablet
Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹4.11/tablet
same price
Spilactone 50mg Tablet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹2.42/tablet
41% cheaper
Silectone 50 Tablet
Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹4.03/tablet
2% cheaper
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 Edeflow 50 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.
- Edeflow 50 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
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Edeflow 50 Tablet?
Edeflow 50 Tablet is a medicine that belongs to the class of medicines known as potassium-sparing diuretics (water tablets). Edeflow 50 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).
Q. What is the best time to take Edeflow 50 Tablet?
Edeflow 50 Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Edeflow 50 Tablet helps remove excess fluids from the body which can make you pass more urine. Therefore, it would be best to take Edeflow 50 Tablet during the day so as to avoid the frequent urge to urinate during sleep.
Q. Does Edeflow 50 Tablet treat hypertension?
Yes, Edeflow 50 Tablet effectively treats hypertension (high blood pressure). However, it is used in combination with other medicines to get maximum benefit. Edeflow 50 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. Edeflow 50 Tablet should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What foods should I avoid while taking Edeflow 50 Tablet?
You should avoid taking an excess amount of salt or salt substitutes while taking Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow 50 Tablet.
Q. Can I use Edeflow 50 Tablet for weight control?
No, Aldactone should not be used for weight control. Edeflow 50 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.
Q. What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Edeflow 50 Tablet?
Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow 50 Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.
Q. Can I take Edeflow 50 Tablet with birth control?
Edeflow 50 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 Edeflow 50 Tablet with any birth control pills (oral contraceptives).
Q. Is Edeflow 50 Tablet harmful to the kidneys?
Edeflow 50 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.
Related ayurvedic ingredients
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Reilly RF, Jackson EK. Regulation of Renal Function and Vascular Volume. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 692-95.
- Pfeffer MA, Opie LH. Inhibitors of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 159-61.
- Chrousos GP. Adrenocorticosteroids & Adrenocortical Antagonists. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 695.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1278-79.
- Drugs.com. Spironolactone Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Spironolactone [Prescribing Information]. New York, NY: G.D. Searle LLC; 2018. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Address: Leeford Healthcare Limited , Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Edeflow 50 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Edeflow 50 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
48 people viewed this recently₹37.17₹42.6Get 13% OFF
₹33.45+ free shipping with
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹2200. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹400. T&C apply.
1 Strip
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Cash on delivery available
Get it delivered by Tomorrow
Delivering to:
122019, Gurgaon
Additional offers
Amazon Pay Later: Pay with Amazon Pay Later on Tata 1mg for Rs. 399 and more and earn cashback up to Rs. 100 with minimum cashback of Rs. 20. Offer ends 30th Nov'24. Reward is available behind scratch card on Amazon Pay.
Show more 