Spironolactone (Spironolactone)
Brand Name: Spironolactone
Generic Name: Spironolactone
Manufacturer/Agent: Metro Pharma
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 25mg
Pack size: 28
Trade Price: KES 380.00
Retail Price: @ KES 18.10
Class: Potassium-sparing Diuretics (Cardiovascular drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym: Spirolactone
Molecular Formulae: C24H32O4S = 416.6
Precautions: Hyperkalaemia, addisons disease, pregnancy and lactation. hyponatraemia.
Indications/Uses: Oedema associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome; usual dose 100-200mg daily, with meals.
Interactions: Decreased effect: nsaids. increased risk of hyperkalamia with potassium supplements. may increase effect of digoxin.
Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal disturbances. impotence. gynaecomastia. fatigue. rash. menstrual irregularities. headache. confusion.