Drug: Aldactone

spironolactone (pronounced speer-on-oh-LAK-tone)

Common Side Effects:

Less Common Side Effects: headache, drowsiness, confusion, diarrhea, gastric bleeding, gastric ulcers, vomiting, inability to maintain erection, menstrual disturbances, dehydration, hives, acne, enlargement of breasts, increased growth of body hair, breast soreness.

Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible. 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 ezyme (ACE) inhibitors (medications that lower high blood pressure such as enalapril or lisinopril)
aspirin
digoxin
indomethacin
other potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills)
potassium supplements.

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