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Aldactone 50 mg Tablet

Manufactured byRpg Life Sciences Ltd.
ContainsSpironolactone
Description
Aldactone 50 mg Tablet is a diuretic which is used to control high blood pressure and edema. It is usually taken once daily, preferably in the daytime to prevent sleep disturbances. Frequent monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes level is necessary.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Aldactone 50 mg Tablet

Spilactone 50 mg Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Aldactone 50 mg Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Dizziness
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Gynecomastia
  • Leg cramps
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Breast pain
  • Hair loss

Uses of Aldactone 50 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Primary Hyperaldosteronism
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Hypertension
  • Hypokalemia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 4 hours.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 3 days.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are taking this medicine. It may increase the risk of dizziness and fainting. Avoid performing activities that need mental alertness like operating machinery or driving a vehicle.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Aldactone 50 mg Tablet.

Anuria

This medicine is not recommended in patients with condition Anuria (a condition wherein the kidney is unable to produce urine).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is recommended in pregnant women only if necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Potassium supplements

This medicine will increase the potassium levels in the blood. Therefore, it is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, banana) and medicines that can increase the potassium levels (ACE inhibitors and potassium supplements).

Diabetes

This medicine is not recommended in patients with diabetes due to increase in the potassium levels and increases the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

Missed Dose

The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Consumption of alcohol with Aldactone 50 mg Tablet may further reduce the blood pressure due to the additive effect.

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while you are taking this medicine. It may increase the risk of dizziness and fainting. Avoid performing activities that need mental alertness like operating machinery or driving a vehicle.
Interaction with Medicine

Metformin

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI's)

Disease interactions

Electrolyte imbalance

This medicine is not recommended in patients with electrolytes imbalance. Electrolytes levels should be corrected before starting the treatment. Monitoring of potassium, sodium and other electrolytes levels is necessary.

Impaired kidney function

This medicine is not recommended in patients with the kidney disease. The kidney function should be assessd before starting the treatment. Any signs of increase in the potassium levels should be informed to the doctor.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Aldactone 50 mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Take this medicine at day time to prevent sleep disturbance. Drink adequate amount of water. Monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes level is necessary. This medicine should be used with caution due to the risk of dizziness.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
It works by increasing the excretion of water and sodium and reduces the blood pressure.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Potassium-sparing diuretics

Schedule

Schedule H

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