FRUSEMIDE+SPIROLECTONE

Indications & Dose:

Refractory oedema, hypertension associated with secondary hyperaldosteronism.

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Adult: 1-4 tablet in morning.

Children: Not recommended.

Contraindications:

Severe or progressive renal failure.Precomatose states associated with liver cirrhosis.Hyperkalaemia; Addison’s disease.

Side Effects:

Cautions:

Precautions:

Prostatic hypertrophy; impaired micturition. Hepatic or renal impairment. Diabetes. Pregnancy. Lactation. Gout. Avoid long term use in young patients.

Interaction:

K+ supplements, K+- sparing diuretics, anti hypertensives, ACE inhibitors, digitalis, lithium, aminoglycosides, cephalosporins, NSAIDs.

Warnings:

Adverse Effects:

GI upset, rash, gout, blood dyscrasias, gynaecomastia.

Lactations:

Special Precautions:

Counselling:

Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

Patient And Carer Advice: