Aldactone 50 Tablet

Composition of Aldactone 50 Tablet

Aldactone 50 Tablet contains Spironolactone (50mg). It belongs to the Potassium-sparing diuretic class of medicines.

Uses of Aldactone 50 Tablet

• Reduces fluid retention
• treats hypertension
• potassium-sparing

Key benefits

• 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. In Low potassium Aldactone 50 Tablet prevents your body from absorbing too much salt
• removes excess water and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low. Show More

How Aldactone 50 Tablet works

Potassium-sparing diuretic and aldosterone antagonist.

How to take Aldactone 50 Tablet

Take as directed by the physician, usually once daily. Avoid high-potassium foods. Stay hydrated.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Aldactone 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe dehydration, a sharp fall in blood pressure and dangerous salt imbalances. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Aldactone 50 Tablet

Most side effects of Aldactone are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• High potassium
• breast tenderness
• dizziness.

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Aldactone 50 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Avoid high-potassium diets/supplements unless advised.

Do not take Aldactone if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people who are unable to pass urine, or who are severely dehydrated.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-inflammatory painkillers blunt the effect and can strain the kidneys. Lithium and digoxin levels are affected; tell your doctor if you take either. Potassium-sparing types must not be combined with potassium supplements without supervision.

How to store Aldactone 50 Tablet

Store at room temperature.

Expert advice for Aldactone 50 Tablet

It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Aldactone 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. Aldactone 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.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

RPG LIFE SCIENCES LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Diuretic (Potassium-Sparing; Aldosterone Antagonist)

Drug class:

Potassium-sparing diuretic

Chemical class:

Spironolactone derivative