What it's used for
Spironolactone is used to treat NYHA Class III-IV heart failure to increase survival, manage fluid buildup, and reduce hospitalizations. It is also used as an add-on therapy to lower blood pressure in the treatment of hypertension.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
Treatment for heart failure is initiated at 25 mg once daily, while hypertension treatment is initiated at 25 to 100 mg daily in single or divided doses.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Common side effects
Common adverse reactions include high potassium levels, low blood pressure, worsening kidney function, electrolyte abnormalities, and breast enlargement in males.
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