This information from Lexicomp® explains what you need to know about this medication, including what it’s used for, how to take it, its side effects, and when to call your healthcare provider. Aldactone; CaroSpir Aldactone; JAMP-Spironolactone; MINT-Spironolactone; TEVA-Spironolactone This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this drug. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC,
natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related
to a very bad side effect: All
drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to your national health agency. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch. How is this drug best taken?Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. All products:
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Consumer Information Use and DisclaimerThis generalized information is a limited summary of diagnosis, treatment, and/or medication information. It is not meant to be comprehensive and should be used as a tool to help the user understand and/or assess potential diagnostic and treatment options. It does NOT include all information about conditions, treatments, medications, side effects, or risks that may apply to a specific patient. It is not intended to be medical advice or a substitute for the medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of a health care provider based on the health care provider’s examination and assessment of a patient’s specific and unique circumstances. Patients must speak with a health care provider for complete information about their health, medical questions, and treatment options, including any risks or benefits regarding use of medications. This information does not endorse any treatments or medications as safe, effective, or approved for treating a specific patient. UpToDate, Inc. and its affiliates disclaim any warranty or liability relating to this information or the use thereof. The use of this information is governed by the Terms of Use, available at https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/know/clinical-effectiveness-terms. Last Reviewed Date2020-09-17 Copyright© 2022 UpToDate, Inc. and its affiliates and/or licensors. All rights reserved. What are the adverse effects of spironolactone?Common side effects. Feeling dizzy. If spironolactone makes you feel dizzy when you stand up, try getting up very slowly or stay sitting down until you feel better. ... . Feeling or being sick. ... . Muscle or leg cramps. ... . Feeling tired or low in energy. ... . Breast pain and breast enlargement, including in men.. What is the most significant adverse effect of spironolactone?The bottom line
The most common side effects of spironolactone are high potassium levels and breast tenderness.
What should I report when taking spironolactone?Spironolactone may cause side effects.. vomiting.. diarrhea.. stomach pain or cramps.. enlarged or painful breasts in men or women.. irregular menstrual periods.. What parameters should be monitored for patients on spironolactone?Monitor serum electrolytes, uric acid, and blood glucose concentrations periodically in patients receiving spironolactone.
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