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Is There An Alternative To Spironolactone?
I have been taking spironolactone 25 mg and lisinopril 20 mg and each time I get my rx filled the druggist warns me of potassium overdose. My cardiologist tells me not to worry but lately I have been having almost severe dizziness within 2 hours of taking the spironolactone. I take it in a.m, and lisinopril p.m. and just don t feel comfortable taking it any longer. Is there an alternative to the spironolactone?
Sat, 11 Aug 2018
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Spironolactone is a potassium sparing diuretic and it will retain potassium in the body and lead to potassium overload. You can switch to “non potassium sparing diuretics” like Furosemide or Hydrochlorothiazide after discussing with your physician. Do not modify drugs by your own as it can lead to unwanted complications.
Wishing you good health.
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Spironolactone is a potassium sparing diuretic and it will retain potassium in the body and lead to potassium overload. You can switch to “non potassium sparing diuretics” like Furosemide or Hydrochlorothiazide after discussing with your physician. Do not modify drugs by your own as it can lead to unwanted complications.
Wishing you good health.
Thanks.
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