Introduction

Uses of Spirocard 100

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Edema

Side effects of Spirocard 100

Nausea
Vomiting
Leg cramps
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Confusion
Breast enlargement in male
Increased creatinine level in blood

How to use Spirocard 100

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. Spirocard 100 is to be taken with food.

How Spirocard 100 works

Spirocard 100 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 Spirocard 100?

If you miss a dose of Spirocard 100, 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

It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Spirocard 100 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.
Spirocard 100 may cause breast pain/swelling, irregular periods (women), or trouble with sexual performance.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Spirocard 100.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Spirocard 100 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Spirocard 100 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Spirocard 100 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Spirocard 100 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Spirocard 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Spirocard 100 is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Spirocard 100 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.