Aldactone 100 mg tablets contain Spironolactone, which belongs to a class of drugs known as potassium-sparing diuretics. These medicines help you lose excess fluid from your body. They are effective in treating the following conditions:

  — Congestive heart failure

  — Liver cirrhosis with fluid retention and swelling of the abdomen

  — Nephrotic syndrome, a kidney disease

  — A cancerous disease with swelling of the abdomen

  — A condition where the excess hormone is produced. The condition is referred to as primary aldosteronism.

 

Aldactone 100 mg is available as a tablet taken orally by mouth with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet, which will cause you a bitter taste. Swallow the pill with a glass full of water. Carefully follow your doctor's advice when it comes to taking Aldactone.

In elderly patients, a doctor will start a dose and gradually increase the dose as needed to obtain the desired effect.  

Use in children depends on the child's weight. Your doctor will decide the dose that you should give to your children.   

The overdose of any drug can cause severe effects. The overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, agitation, aggression, shallow breathing, weakness, fainting, headache, vomiting, and many other allergic symptoms. In case of an overdose, you should immediately contact your doctor.

  — Do not take Aldactone 100 mg if allergic to Spironolactone or any of the formulation's ingredients.

  — This drug is contraindicated in patients having anuria

  — This drug should not be used in patients having an acute renal impairment

  — This drug should not be used in a patient who has a high potassium level in the body (Hyperkalemia)

  — This drug should not be given to the patient having Addison's disease

  — This drug is unsuitable for lactating mothers; before consulting your doctor, start this medicine.

  — If a patient is suffering from any liver and kidney problem, including dialysis treatment, or mental disorder such as depression, this drug is harmful in these conditions; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor and let him know about your medical history prior taking this drug.

  — Take this drug only when needed during pregnancy; it may harm the unborn baby; therefore, it is advised to take this medication under the doctor's supervision with a regular checkup.

  — Along with this medication, it is advised to practice safer sex and another positive lifestyle that can help to get the best results.

  — Do not drive or use any machinery because these Tablets may have a minor or moderate effect on your ability to drive and use machines. They may cause dizziness, so avoid driving and use of machines while taking this drug

  — Use this drug with caution in elderly patients, and older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug

Stop taking Aldactone 100 mg at once and contact your doctor at once if you develop high levels of potassium. Symptoms of high levels of potassium include muscle weakness, unusual tiredness, and irregular heartbeat. Tell your doctor if you notice any side effects and if they do not resolve within a few days of initiating the treatment.