Drug: Inspra

eplerenone (pronounced ep-LAYR-eh-nown)

Common Side Effects:

Less Common Side Effects: dizziness, diarrhea, abdominal pain, coughing, fatigue, flulike syndrome, abnormal vaginal bleeding, breast enlargement.

Missed Dose: If you miss a dose and it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Don't double the dose.

Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking, especially:

angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (medications that lower blood pressure, such as enalapril and valsartan)
erythromycin
fluconazole
itraconazole (Sporanox)
ketoconazole (Nizoral)
lithium
NSAIDs (such as Advil, Aleve, and ibuprofen)
potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills)
potassium supplements
saquinavir
St. John's wort
verapamil (Calan, Verelan).

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