Dacton 25 mg 20 tablets

Why is Spironolactone used: You can take Spironolactone for the following conditions: Kidney syndrome: a disorder in the kidneys causing retention of large amounts of fluids in the body. Ascites: presence of large amounts of fluids in the abdomen, and edema which is accumulation of fluids under the skin or in one or more body cavities, leading to swelling, for example due to liver cirrhosis. Malignant ascites: fluid containing cancer cells accumulating in the abdomen. Primary aldosteronism: increased fluids in the body due to excessive secretion of aldosterone hormone. Do not use Spironolactone: Do not take Spironolactone if: You are allergic to Spironolactone or any other ingredients of this medicine. You are unable to urinate. You have acute kidney disease. You have Addison's disease. You have hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood). You are breastfeeding. You are taking water pills (potassium-sparing diuretics) or any supplements containing potassium. You are taking Eplerenone (a medicine used to treat high blood pressure). Warnings and precautions: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Spironolactone if: You have kidney diseases, especially in children with high blood pressure, or liver diseases. You are elderly, as your doctor will evaluate your condition routinely. You have difficulty urinating. You have a disease that may cause electrolyte imbalance in the blood such as potassium or sodium. You have severe heart failure. You are pregnant. Possible side effects: Stop using the medicine and seek immediate medical care if you experience difficulty in swallowing, or swelling of the eyes or face or lips or tongue, or feeling faint, or difficulty breathing. Stop using the medicine if symptoms such as hives or itching in the face or body appear. Other medicines and Spironolactone: Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Your doctor may want to adjust the dose of Spironolactone if you are taking any of the following: Digoxin or Carbenoxolone. High blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors. Other diuretics. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin or indomethacin or Mefenamic acid or Ibuprofen. Potassium supplements. Heparin or low molecular weight heparin (medications used to prevent blood clots). Atenolol. Medicines known to cause hyperkalemia. Trimethoprim or Trimethoprim–Sulfamethoxazole. How to use Spironolactone: Adult dosage ranges from 25 mg to 400 mg daily, depending on the condition being treated. If you are unsure of the appropriate dose for you, ask your doctor or pharmacist. How to store Spironolactone: Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. Do not store the medicine at temperatures above 30°C. Do not use this medicine after the expiration date printed on the package or carton or bottle after (EXP). The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. Product details: Product type: Tablets Brand: Dectonal Quantity: 20 tablets Product model: Tablets