Spironolactone

Spironolactone is a diuretic that is licensed for the treatment of water retention, high blood pressure, and low potassium levels. It can also be used to diagnose and treat primary hyperaldosteronism. Spironolactone tablets, which are available by prescription, are generally taken once or twice a day. Potential side effects of spironolactone include drowsiness, diarrhea, nausea, and menstrual changes.

 

What Is Spironolactone?

Spironolactone (Aldactone®) is a prescription medicine that is used as a diuretic for various conditions. It is known as a "potassium-sparing" diuretic.
 

Side Effects of Spironolactone

As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with spironolactone.
 However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. When spironolactone side effects do occur, in most cases they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
A few of the reported side effects of spironolactone include:
 
(Click Spironolactone Side Effects to learn about the specific side effects of spironolactone, including serious side effects to look out for.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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