METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB

Overview

METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB is composed of: SPIRONOLACTONE (50.0 MG), METOLAZONE (5.0 MG)

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low. Spironolactone is used to treat heart failure, high blood pressure (hypertension), or hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood).Spironolactone also treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or a kidney disorder called nephrotic syndrome.
Spironolactone is also used to diagnose or treat a condition in which you have too much aldosterone in your body. Aldosterone is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands to help regulate the salt and water balance in your body.

Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Usage

SPIRONOLACTONE is generally used to treat: Heart Failure, Blood Pressure, High, Hypokalemia, Edema, Cirrhosis, Nephrotic Syndrome

METOLAZONE is generally used to treat: Edema, Congestive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Nephrotic Syndrome, Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of changes in blood minerals, kidney, liver, or heart disease, diabetes or high level of urea or nitrogen in blood, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid excess dosage. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of spironolactone.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lupus, kidney or liver disease, low blood mineral levels, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

METOLAZONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Fainting, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Lightheadedness

Common Side-Effects

SPIRONOLACTONE : Diarrhoea, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit
METOLAZONE : Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Weakness (generalized), Confusion, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Serious Side-Effects

SPIRONOLACTONE : Increased Thirst, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Mood Swings, Chest Pain, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Throat Soreness, Easy Bruising, Irregular Heartbeat
METOLAZONE : Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

SPIRONOLACTONE : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Head Headache, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

METOLAZONE can interfere with: Anuria, Diarrhoea, Hypokalemia, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Protein-Energy Malnutrition, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, Gout

Technical Classification

SPIRONOLACTONE is categorized as:

• ALDOSTERONE RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
• POTASSIUM-SPARING DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

METOLAZONE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB

INR 52.61 for 10 TABLETS

SPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

METOLACTONE 2.5MG/50MG TAB

INR 46.65 for 10 TABLETS

SPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG