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Spironolactone,Torasemide are used in the treatment of heart failure and in hypertension (patients with high blood pressure). It is also used to treat low potassium levels in the body which is otherwise known as hypokalemia and reduces the swelling (edema in the body).

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This medication is taken as per the advice of the doctor. It can be taken in the morning in order to avoid frequent urination during the night times.  Take this medication at the same time every day. Avoid breaking or chewing the tablet. Instead, swallow it whole with a glass of water.

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Warnings

This medication is taken as per the advice of the doctor. It can be taken in the morning in order to avoid frequent urination during the night times. It’s important to take this medicine with food at the same time every day. You should not stop taking this medication when you feel better because it can cause the condition to worse. If you are taking this medication for high blood pressure along with medication you have to follow lifestyle changes like exercising regularly and a low-salt diet to increase the effectiveness of this medicine. Avoid the consumption of alcohol as it increases the side effects of this medication.

Precautions

Before you start this medication, discuss the kidney, heart, and liver diseases that you have had for a longer period of time. Tell about all the medications you are taking for different diseases and inform your doctor about your pregnancy or if you are planning for pregnancy and if you are a breastfeeding mother because it can cause harmful effects and birth defects in a developing child. Blood pressure and potassium levels should be checked regularly and kidney function tests should be monitored while taking this medication.

Side Effects

The common side effects that are likely to occur while you are on the treatment with Spironolactone, Torasemide are stomach pain, headache, dizziness, leg cramps, hair loss, nausea, and vomiting. Some serious side effects also include irregular heartbeat, skin rash, and breast pain. If you experience any allergic or unusual reactions after taking this medicine, report them to your doctor immediately.

Word Of Advice

 It is suggested to tell your doctor if you have any history of allergic reactions to avoid life-threatening complications. Take this medication in the morning time as it causes frequent urination. Tell your doctor before the treatment commencement if you are pregnant or having heart, liver, kidney, or uterine problems and inform them about the medication that you are taking for different diseases as it may affect or affect other medications. While using this medication, kidney function tests should be monitored regularly. Blood pressure and potassium levels should be checked regularly.

Frequently Asked Question

• Is Spironolactone, Torasemide a steroid?
• Yes. Spironolactone, Torasemide is a steroid which has oestrogen like effects on the effects of the hormone’s aldosterone and testosterone and it can also cause side effects like tenderness on breast for both men and women.

• Is Spironolactone, Torasemide harmful for kidneys?
• This medication can worsen the condition in the patients with low salt content in their body and in the patients who take other medications for blood pressure. So, consult your doctor before using this medication.

• Can Spironolactone, Torasemide cause an increase in breast size?
• Yes, it causes an increase in breast size in both females and male because it is the anti-androgenic hormone that inhibits the function of testosterone. It has oestrogen effects which is the reason for the enlargement of breast when it is used for a longer period of time.

• What does Spironolactone, Torasemide do to hormones?
• This medicine blocks the action of aldosterone which is the hormone released by the pituitary gland. As it causes decreased fluid and electrolyte balance it can lead to sodium retention which leads to high blood pressure and heart diseases.

• Does Spironolactone, Torasemide cause frequent urination?
• Yes, this medication causes frequent urination as it is a diuretic which is otherwise known as a water pill. It's better to take this medication during morning time in order to avoid disturbances during sleep at night time.