Drospirenone Benefits & Uses

Drospirenone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Contraceptives

Drospirenone 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

Drospirenone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Drospirenone is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Weight Change
Bloating or fullness
Breast Enlargement
Discharge from nipple

Drospirenone Related Warnings

Is the use of Drospirenone safe for pregnant women?

Drospirenone should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Drospirenone safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Drospirenone for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Drospirenone on the Kidneys?

Drospirenone rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Drospirenone on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Drospirenone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drospirenone on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Drospirenone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Drospirenone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Carbamazepine

Moderate

Metformin

Ephedrine

Fluticasone

Diphenhydramine

Mild

Duloxetine

Drospirenone Contraindications

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

Hyperkalemia
Kidney Disease
Angioedema
Liver Disease
Hypothyroidism
Depression
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Drospirenone

Is this Drospirenone habit forming or addictive?

Drospirenone is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Drospirenone as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Drospirenone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Drospirenone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Drospirenone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drospirenone

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Drospirenone, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Drospirenone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Drospirenone with alcohol.

Unknown