Aldactone 100mg Tablet (Spironolactone 100mg)

Aldactone 100mg Tablet (Spironolactone 100mg) is an aldosterone antagonist and potassium-sparing diuretic prescribed for several conditions involving excess fluid, blood pressure or aldosterone activity.

Depending on the patient's condition, spironolactone may be used for high blood pressure (hypertension), certain types of heart failure, edema (fluid retention), and primary hyperaldosteronism, a condition in which the body produces excessive aldosterone.

For edema, its appropriate use depends on the underlying condition. Spironolactone should therefore be used only when prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.

The main benefit of Aldactone 100mg is its ability to block aldosterone while helping the body remove excess sodium and water without causing the same degree of potassium loss associated with some other diuretics.

Depending on why it has been prescribed, treatment may help reduce excess fluid buildup (edema), control high blood pressure and support the management of certain patients with heart failure or excess aldosterone.

Controlling high blood pressure is important because persistent hypertension can contribute to cardiovascular, kidney and other health complications. The individual benefits of spironolactone depend on the medical condition and treatment plan.

Spironolactone works by blocking the action of aldosterone, a hormone involved in regulating sodium, water and potassium balance.

It acts mainly at aldosterone-sensitive sites in the kidneys. Blocking aldosterone promotes the excretion of sodium and water in urine while retaining potassium. This is why spironolactone is described as a potassium-sparing diuretic.

Removing excess sodium and water can help reduce fluid accumulation and blood pressure. Its aldosterone-blocking activity is also important in conditions involving excessive aldosterone activity.

Take Aldactone 100mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional. The appropriate spironolactone dose and treatment duration depend on the condition being treated, kidney function, potassium levels, other medicines and the patient's response to therapy.

Try to take the medicine consistently according to your prescribed schedule. Do not take extra tablets or change your dose without medical advice. If you miss a dose, follow the instructions provided by your healthcare professional or pharmacist and do not double the next dose unless specifically instructed.

Because spironolactone can increase potassium levels, do not start potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes unless your healthcare professional recommends them. Blood potassium and kidney function may require monitoring during treatment.

Like all medicines, Aldactone 100mg (Spironolactone) can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them.

Possible side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, breast enlargement or tenderness, menstrual changes and sexual-function changes.

An important potential complication is hyperkalemia (high blood potassium). Serious potassium abnormalities can affect heart rhythm. The risk may be higher in people with impaired kidney function or those taking certain medicines or potassium supplements.

Contact a healthcare professional promptly if you develop significant muscle weakness, unusual heartbeat, severe dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, swelling, severe rash or other concerning symptoms.