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LACTONE-25 Spironolactone 25mg Tablet is an oral medicine that contains spironolactone. It belongs to the group of potassium-sparing diuretics (commonly known as water pills). Its main function is to prevent excessive salt absorption by the body and maintain proper potassium levels. It is prescribed for conditions such as heart failure, hypertension (high blood pressure), and hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels).
Description:
1. Formulation
(a) Each tablet contains 25 mg of spironolactone as the active ingredient.
2. Indications
(a) LACTONE-25 Spironolactone 25mg Tablet is used for the following:
o Heart failure
o High blood pressure (hypertension)
o Fluid retention (edema) associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or nephrotic syndrome
o Diagnosis or treatment of conditions with excessive aldosterone production
3. Contraindications
(a) Avoid using this medication in the following cases:
o Hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in the blood)
o Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder)
o Inability to urinate
o Concurrent use of eplerenone (another potassium-sparing diuretic)