Spironolactone 50mg 100 Count

Spironolactone 50mg 100 Count
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Product Info:

Spironolactone is available by prescription only. Spironolactone is used to treat congestive heart failure, edema, high blood pressure (hypertension), potassium deficiency, and hyperaldosteronism. Spironolactone works by increasing the levels of water excretion by the kidneys.

For:

Cats and Dogs

Benefits:

  • Does not cause loss of potassium
  • Also used to treat edema and high blood pressure
  • Easy to administer

How it works:

Spironolactone inhibits the effect of aldosterone, a hormone that causes the tubules of the kidneys to retain sodium and water. This increases the excretion of water and sodium, while decreasing the excretion of potassium.

Storage:

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

How to Use:

  • Give Spironolactone with food to lessen stomach upset. Keep plenty of water available for your pet.
  • Spironolactone is a water pill (potassium-sparing diuretic) available by prescription that is used to treat edema, high blood pressure, potassium deficiency, and hyperaldosteronism.
  • Spironolactone is used to reduce the amount of fluid in the body without also causing loss of potassium.
Pet Weight Dosage
Dog All weights The usual dose in dogs and cats is 0.5 mg - 1 mg per pound of body weight every 12 hours
Cats All weights The usual dose in dogs and cats is 0.5 mg - 1 mg per pound of body weight every 12 hours

Cautions:

Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Spironolactone should not be used in animals with a known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug. Do not use in animals that are pregnant or lactating, have high potassium levels in the blood, suffer from hypoadrenocorticism, or suffer from Cushing’s disease and are taking the medication mitotane. Use caution when administering to animals with liver or kidney disease Spironolactone may interact with some other medications. Inform your veterinarian of any and all medications your pet may be taking. Spironolactone will cause your pet to urinate more frequently. Store at room temperature.

Cautions:

If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving spironolactone and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips; tongue or face; hives); an irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, fatigue, confusion, weakness, numbness, or decreased urination. Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue giving spironolactone and talk to your veterinarian if your pet experiences headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite, or dry mouth. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.