Spironolactone + Furosemide: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Spironolactone + Furosemide Benefits & Uses

Spironolactone + Furosemide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Edema

Spironolactone + Furosemide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Spironolactone (50 mg) Furosemide (20 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase up to 4 tablet/day as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Spironolactone (50 mg) Furosemide (20 mg)/Tablet, dose may increase up to 4 tablet/day as needed

Spironolactone + Furosemide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Spironolactone + Furosemide is used -

Severe

Hearing Loss

Moderate

Confusion
Gastrointestinal discomfort
Dehydration
Decreased potassium level in blood

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Diarrhoea
Vertigo

Spironolactone + Furosemide Related Warnings

Is the use of Spironolactone + Furosemide safe for pregnant women?

Spironolactone + Furosemide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Spironolactone + Furosemide safe during breastfeeding?

Spironolactone + Furosemide does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Spironolactone + Furosemide on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Spironolactone + Furosemide on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Spironolactone + Furosemide on the Liver?

Spironolactone + Furosemide is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Spironolactone + Furosemide on the Heart?

Spironolactone + Furosemide may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Spironolactone + Furosemide with Other Drugs

Spironolactone + Furosemide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Olmesartan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Metformin

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Lithium

Spironolactone + Furosemide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Spironolactone + Furosemide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperparathyroidism
Diabetes
Prostate Cancer
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Spironolactone + Furosemide

Is this Spironolactone + Furosemide habit forming or addictive?

Spironolactone + Furosemide is not addictive in nature.

Spironolactone + Furosemide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Spironolactone + Furosemide

Taking Spironolactone + Furosemide with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spironolactone + Furosemide

Consumption of alcohol and Spironolactone + Furosemide together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Spironolactone + Furosemide

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Spironolactone + Furosemide to lose weight?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Spironolactone + Furosemide is not meant to reduce weight and it can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice because it can cause dehydration due to excessive urination which results in loss of electrolytes from your body. Loss of electrolytes from your body can cause symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, and tiredness.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Spironolactone + Furosemide work?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Spironolactone + Furosemide works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption from the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume and the removal of this extra fluid from your body results in a decrease in edema. The decreased blood volume causes relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure which gives relief from swelling and high blood pressure to the patient.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Spironolactone + Furosemide on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Spironolactone + Furosemide should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Spironolactone + Furosemide raise blood sugar?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Spironolactone + Furosemide can raise blood sugar levels slightly in diabetic patients. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown but it is presumed that Spironolactone + Furosemide decreases the sensitivity of insulin towards glucose which causes a rise in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike in sugar levels take blood glucose lowering medicines to manage your diabetes.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Spironolactone + Furosemide safe to use?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spironolactone + Furosemide is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.