Aldactone F Tablet

Aldactone F Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, ascites associated with liver cirrhosis, and mild and moderate degrees of essential hypertension. It works by reducing the excess fluid levels in the body while maintaining the potassium balance.

It is best to take Aldactone F Tablet in the morning along with food in order to avoid frequent urination at night time. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Common side effects of this medicine include dehydration, dryness of mouth, thirst, weakness, lethargy, muscle pains, and low blood pressure. It might lower down the level of calcium, sodium and magnesium in the blood. Hence, regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine. It might cause dizziness or tiredness if happens rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.

It is generally safe to use during breastfeeding. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease or pregnant. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Treatment of Ascites associated with Liver cirrhosis

Treatment of Mild and moderate degrees of essential Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aldactone F Tablet is to be taken with food. Avoid Aldactone F Tablet with dietary sodium.

Aldactone F Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Furosemide and Spironolactone. Furosemide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time, it also reduces blood pressure and enables heart to pump efficiently. Spironolactone is also a diuretic which conserves potassium, thereby balancing its levels in the body.

Q: What if you forget to take Aldactone F Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Aldactone F Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Aldactone F Tablet helps removes excess water from your body.

Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.

It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

It may cause excessive urine production, dehydration, and low electrolyte levels. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn’t go away.

Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the level of salts such as potassium and sodium in your blood while you’re taking this medication.

Q. What are the recommended storage conditions for Aldactone F Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Aldactone F Tablet?

The use of Aldactone F Tablet should be avoided in patients with hypersensitivity to furosemide, sulfonylureas or spironolactone or any other ingredient of the product. The use of this medicine should also be avoided in patients with anuria, acute renal insufficiency, hepatic coma and pre-coma, low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiac arrhythmias, patients taking aminoglycosides or cephalosporins, kidney dysfunction due to drugs which cause renal damage, patients with high potassium levels (hyperkalemia), Addison’s disease and in children with moderate to severe renal impairment.

Q. What is Aldactone F Tablet?

Aldactone F Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of furosemide (a loop diuretic) and spironolactone (an antagonist of aldosterone). Both are diuretics and they help to remove excess fluid from the body. The use of this combination is advised in patients of congestive heart failure (heart failure leading to fluid accumulation in the lung and rest of the body), nephrotic syndrome (a kidney disorder), liver cirrhosis with fluid retention (edema) and swelling of the abdomen (ascites).

Q. Is it safe to use Aldactone F Tablet?

Yes, Aldactone F Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like dizziness, dehydration, decreased sodium level in blood, breast enlargement in males, decreased magnesium level in blood, decreased calcium level in blood, increased blood uric acid. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Aldactone F Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Aldactone F Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.

Q. Can the use of Aldactone F Tablet cause gout?

Yes, Aldactone F Tablet can cause gout. Aldactone F Tablet contains furosemide which can increase the blood uric acid levels by increasing its absorption from the kidneys. Increased uric acid levels can cause a gout attack. Inform your doctor if you have hyperuricemia (excess of uric acid in blood) or a history of gout before taking this medicine. Use of Aldactone F Tablet should be avoided in patients with gout.

In Treatment of Ascites associated with Liver cirrhosis

Aldactone F Tablet helps reduce fluid retention and maintains potassium levels while also assisting in reducing fluid retention. This way it helps to address the underlying cause of ascites, manage the symptoms, and maintain electrolyte balance, leading to effective diuresis and improved quality of life for individuals with liver cirrhosis-associated ascites.

Electrolyte imbalance

Volume depletion

Dryness in mouth

Weakness

Lethargy

Restlessness

Muscle pain

Hypotension (low blood pressure)

Fast heart rate

Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)

Gastrointestinal disturbance

Feeling thirsty

Alcohol:UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aldactone F Tablet.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Aldactone F Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Aldactone F Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Aldactone F Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Aldactone F Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aldactone F Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Aldactone F Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver:CAUTION

Aldactone F Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aldactone F Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frusemide and Spironolactone [Patient Information Sheet]. Mehsana, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: View