Introduction

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Uses of Epleron 25

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Edema

Side effects of Epleron 25

Dizziness
Diarrhea
Nausea
Cough
Flu-like symptoms
Fatigue
Increased potassium level in blood
Increased creatinine level in blood

How to use Epleron 25

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Epleron 25 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Epleron 25 works

Epleron 25 is a potassium-sparing diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and swelling by removing the extra water and electrolytes from the body without loss of potassium.

What if you forget to take Epleron 25?

If you miss a dose of Epleron 25, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Epleron 25 helps remove fluid from your body when used with other drugs.
It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Epleron 25 affects you.
It may increase the level of potassium in your blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Your doctor will regularly check your kidney function and the amount of potassium in your blood while you are on this medicine.
Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, diarrhea, vomiting, fast or irregular heartbeat, swelling in feet, or difficulty breathing.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Epleron 25 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Epleron 25 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Epleron 25 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Epleron 25 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Epleron 25 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epleron 25 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Epleron 25 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Epleron 25 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epleron 25 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Epleron 25 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease as the data available is limited.