Spilactone 100 mg Tablet 10's

Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is primarily used in the treatment of oedema and hypertension. It is effective in managing the following conditions:

• Oedema (Fluid Retention): Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is used to treat oedema associated with hepatic cirrhosis (chronic liver damage), congestive heart failure, and nephrotic syndrome (a kidney condition characterized by excessive protein loss in the urine). It helps remove excess fluid in the body by increasing the urine output from the kidneys.
• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Spilactone 100 mg Tablet helps lower high blood pressure by blocking aldosterone, thereby reducing water and sodium retention.
• Heart failure: Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is prescribed to improve survival and reduce hospitalisation in patients with severe heart failure, particularly those with NYHA Class III-IV symptoms who are not responding adequately to standard treatments.
• Hypokalaemia (Low Blood Potassium Levels): Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is effective in treating or preventing low potassium levels, especially in patients taking digitalis or when other therapies are ineffective.
• Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn's Syndrome): Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is used in both the treatment and diagnosis of this condition, helping to manage associated hypertension and hypokalaemia.
• Ascites (Abdominal Fluid Buildup): In patients with cirrhosis (liver disease), Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is used in combination with water pills/loop diuretics (such as furosemide) to manage ascites by enhancing fluid removal.

• Spilactone 100 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, taking it with food may help reduce side effects like nausea (feeling sick).
• It is usually taken once daily in the morning; however, your doctor may adjust the dose of this medication based on your medical condition.
• Swallow the medication as a whole with water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats oedema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.
• It helps reduce/ lower your blood pressure.
• Reduces the risk of cardiovascular problems like stroke and heart attacks.
• Reduces oedema and prevents heart tissue damage in heart failure patients.
• Also, helps reduce hospital stay and increase survival rates in symptomatic heart failure patients.
• It is also effective in managing hypertension (high blood pressure), hypokalaemia (low blood potassium levels), primary hyperaldosteronism (a condition with excessive aldosterone hormone), and heart failure.

• Do not take Spilactone 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
• Avoid taking Spilactone 100 mg Tablet if you have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), severe kidney disease (with creatinine clearance less than 30 mL/min), liver disease, hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels), hyponatraemia (low sodium levels), or a history of heart attack.
• Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is also contraindicated in hypotension (low blood pressure), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), anuria (inability to urinate), diabetes (high blood sugar), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem).
• Spilactone 100 mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless clearly advised by your doctor.
• Please consult your doctor so that the dosage of Spilactone 100 mg Tablet can be prescribed accordingly.
• Breastfeeding should be avoided during treatment with Spilactone 100 mg Tablet .
• Do not stop taking Spilactone 100 mg Tablet  of your own, as doing so may raise your blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
• Avoid taking any extra potassium supplements or consuming potassium-rich foods (such as bananas and broccoli) while using Spilactone 100 mg Tablet , as this may lead to an excessive increase in blood potassium levels (hyperkalaemia).
• Do not take Spilactone 100 mg Tablet if you are also using potassium-sparing diuretics (such as eplerenone) or a combination of an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor.

• Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, cherries, tomatoes, squash, and bell peppers are high in antioxidants.
• Eat natural diuretic foods. Asparagus, beets, green beans, grapes, onion, leafy greens, pineapple, leeks, pumpkin, and garlic are all-natural diuretic foods.
• Use healthy cooking oils like soybean, olive, canola, and coconut oil.
• You should avoid refined foods such as white bread, spaghetti, sugar, and red meat.
• Reduce or eliminate Trans fatty acids, which are found in commercially baked items such as cookies, cakes, crackers, French fries, onion rings, doughnuts, and processed foods.
• Avoid consumption of too much salt or salty food.
• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
• Regular physical activity or exercise, like walking, improves your blood flow.
• When possible, elevate your legs or the swollen area on a chair or pillows.
• Avoid standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
• Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
• Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of many health complications.