Aldactone is a diuretic used for treating various conditions, including high blood pressure and hypokalemia. This eMedTV Web page covers other Aldactone uses, explains how the drug works, and offers dosing information for the medicine.
Potential side effects of Aldactone include headache, drowsiness, and confusion. As this eMedTV segment explains, while most Aldactone side effects are mild, be sure to seek medical attention immediately if you develop hyperkalemia or breast lumps.
Aldactone is used for treating primary hyperaldosteronism, hypertension, water retention, and hypokalemia. This eMedTV resource discusses specific Aldactone uses in more detail and explains whether the drug is used off-label for other purposes.
The recommended Aldactone dosage for treating water retention is 100 mg daily. This page from the eMedTV Web site also includes Aldactone dosing guidelines for the treatment of hypokalemia, high blood pressure, and primary hyperaldosteronism.
Certain medicines can cause Aldactone drug interactions, including amiloride, NSAIDS, and digoxin. This eMedTV page describes the effects that can occur if these drugs interact with Aldactone and lists other medicines that may cause an interaction.
Aldactone may cause electrolyte imbalances in some people. This eMedTV resource lists other possible side effects of Aldactone. Warnings and precautions regarding the safety of the drug in people with liver or kidney disease are also included.
Aldactone (spironolactone) may not be safe for use during pregnancy. As this eMedTV article explains, animal studies on Aldactone and pregnancy show that the drug caused miscarriages and fetal problems when it was given to pregnant rats and rabbits.
There are potential risks associated with breastfeeding while taking Aldactone (spironolactone). This eMedTV article provides more information on Aldactone and breastfeeding, and explains the possible risks of breastfeeding while taking the drug.
Generic Aldactone, which is sold as Spironolactone tablets, is available in three different strengths. This eMedTV page describes generic Aldactone in more detail and lists the various companies that currently manufacture a generic form of the drug.
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