Noracton 25 mg 30 tablets

Product name: Nuracton 25 mg, reduces blood pressure, and protects from complications of high blood pressure - 30 tablets. Generic name: Spironolactone 25 mg tablets. Nuracton 25 mg tablets belong to antihypertensive medications. Mechanism of action of spironolactone: anti-aldosterone with diuretic and blood pressure lowering advantages; it prevents aldosterone from binding to its receptors in the distal parts of the nephron, leading to increased excretion of Na+ and Cl- and water, and retention of K+ and H+, thus increasing urine output, which ultimately reduces blood volume and blood pressure. Specific medical uses of Nuracton 25 mg tablets: Treatment of patients with high blood pressure: Hypertension is a common condition where long-term blood pressure on artery walls is high enough to eventually cause health problems, such as heart diseases. Also used to treat water retention in the body (edema) caused by heart, kidney, liver, or vascular problems. Treatment of patients with nephrotic syndrome: a kidney disorder causing fluid retention in the body. Treatment of patients with ascites: excess fluid in the abdomen and swelling, in other words, fluid accumulation under the skin or in one or more body cavities, for example, the cavity caused by liver cirrhosis. Treatment of patients with malignant ascites: fluid containing cancer cells gathering in the abdomen. Treatment of patients with high aldosterone levels: increased fluids in the body due to excess hormone called aldosterone. How to use Nuracton 25 mg tablets: Take the medication as your doctor explained. Take the medication with a glass of water. If you take this medication once daily, take it in the morning. This medication should be taken with food. Adult doses range from 25 mg to 400 mg of spironolactone daily, depending on the condition being treated. If unsure about the amount you should take, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Doses can be changed in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. If you take more than prescribed, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the missed one. Side effects of Nuracton 25 mg tablets: Very common (may occur in more than 1 in 10 people): High potassium levels in the blood. Common (may occur in up to 1 in 10 people): Confusion, dizziness, vomiting or feeling nauseous, skin itching, skin redness, muscle or leg cramps, kidney failure or abnormal function, male breast enlargement, breast pain (in men), feeling generally unwell. Uncommon (may occur in up to 1 in 100 people): Breast changes such as tumors, disorders like high calcium levels in the blood, liver function disturbances, skin allergy with itching and redness, menstrual problems in women, breast pain (in women). Using Nuracton 25 mg tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medication. Helpful tips to lower blood pressure: In addition to adhering to treatment, the following tips may help control blood pressure levels: Avoid foods high in fats. Avoid drinks containing caffeine such as coffee and soft drinks. Reduce salt intake by avoiding foods high in sodium, such as salted nuts and pickles, which may raise blood pressure, and replace them with fresh green salad. Exercise regularly. Precautions when measuring blood pressure: Check your device’s accuracy before first use. Measure blood pressure twice daily. Do not measure blood pressure immediately after waking up; prepare for the day but do not have breakfast or medications before measuring. Avoid eating, caffeine, or smoking 30 minutes before measuring blood pressure. Sit quietly before and during the measurement. When ready to measure, sit comfortably for five minutes with legs and ankles relaxed and back supported. Place the cuff directly on the skin, not over clothing. Do not talk during the measurement. Warnings and precautions when using Nuracton 25 mg tablets: Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking spironolactone if: You have kidney disease, especially in children with hypertension or liver diseases. Your doctor will monitor you regularly, especially if you are elderly. You have difficulty urinating. You have a condition that may disturb electrolyte balance in your blood, such as potassium or sodium. You have severe heart failure. You are pregnant. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, recently took, or might take other medications. Your doctor may want to adjust your spironolactone dose if you are taking any of the following: Digoxin, Blood pressure medications including ACE inhibitors, Other diuretics, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin, indomethacin, mefenamic acid, or ibuprofen, Potassium supplements, Heparin or low molecular weight heparin (used to prevent blood clots), Medications known to cause hyperkalemia (high potassium levels). Storage of Nuracton 25 mg tablets: Store at temperatures below 25°C. Do not refrigerate the medication. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in the original container to protect from moisture. Do not use this medicine after the expiration date on the package/strip/label. The expiration date indicates the last day of the month. Your health in numbers: Normal blood pressure level is less than 120/80 mm Hg. High blood pressure: when systolic reading is 120-129 mm Hg and diastolic less than 80 mm Hg. Stage 1 hypertension: when systolic reading is 130-139 mm Hg or diastolic 80-89 mm Hg. Stage 2 hypertension: when blood pressure reading is 140/90 mm Hg or higher. Hypertensive crisis: a serious condition requiring immediate hospital visit if blood pressure equals or exceeds 180/120 mm Hg.