Aldactone Tabs 25mg 20’s
KSh 550.00
Aldactone Tabs 25mg is a potassium-sparing diuretic. It helps your body get rid of excess water and sodium while retaining potassium. Active Substances: Spironolactone 25mg per tablet.
Diuretics
Suggested Use
Aldactone is indicated for the following conditions:
- Essential Hypertension: Helps lower blood pressure.
- Oedematous Disorders: Treats conditions like congestive heart failure and nephrotic syndrome that cause fluid retention.
- Primary Aldosteronism: Diagnoses and treats this hormone disorder that leads to excessive fluid retention.
- Malignant Hypertension: Used as an adjunct therapy in severe cases of high blood pressure.
- Low Potassium Levels: Prevents potassium loss caused by other diuretics.
Dosage:
The typical dosage for adults is as follows:
- Initial Dose: 25 mg to 100 mg daily, depending on the condition being treated.
- Maintenance Dose: Adjustments can be made based on the patient’s response and specific medical needs. For severe cases, dosages may be increased up to 400 mg daily under medical supervision. It is advisable to take Aldactone with food to enhance absorption.
Warning
- You are at risk of elevated potassium levels; ensure your blood potassium levels are monitored regularly.
- Do not use this medication if you have severe kidney disease or are unable to produce urine (anuria).
- Pregnancy and Lactation: Avoid this medication unless your doctor deems it absolutely necessary.
- Be aware that this medication may cause gynaecomastia (enlarged breast tissue in men) or menstrual irregularities.
- Drug Interactions:
- Avoid taking this medication with other potassium-sparing diuretics or potassium supplements.
- Exercise caution when combining it with ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or NSAIDs.
- Stop using the medication if you experience hypersensitivity.
- Be cautious, as this medication may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery.