Spironolactone Prescription Online

Spironolactone - Summary

Spironolactone prescription medication is used to treat high blood pressure, low potassium levels, and hyperaldosteronism. Push Health can help connect people who might need a spironolactone prescription with a medical provider who can prescribe spironolactone medication, including spironolactone 25 mg and spironolactone 50 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Spironolactone Used For?

Spironolactone prescription medication, marketed under the name Aldactone, is an oral drug that is marketed under the brand names like Aldactone and Spiractin. Spironolactone medication is typically used for treating hypertension but has also been studied and prescribed off-label for hormonal acne. Spironolactone prescription medication belongs to a class of medications known as potassium-sparing medications. Spironolactone medication causes the excretion of sodium and water and the retention of potassium, resulting in both diuretic and antihypertensive effects. Spironolactone medication also has antiandrogenic effects and can block androgen hormones such as testosterone.

Spironolactone - Dosage and Cost

Spironolactone tablets are generally available as spironolactone 25 mg, spironolactone 50 mg and spironolactone 100 mg. Spironolactone is rapidly metabolized. When taken with food, the bioavailability of spironolactone was increased. Generic spironolactone is relatively affordable at under $1 per pill. Different insurance plans may cover any out-of-pocket costs for spironolactone pills when buying spironolactone medication at a pharmacy. Spironolactone coupons are also available at times online.

Spironolactone For Acne?

Spironolactone medication seems to have some effect on hormones. Some reports suggest that spironolactone might be useful in treating some cases of acne as well as unwanted hair growth. At present, the use of spironolactone for managing these conditions is considered off-label by the FDA and would need to be based on the judgement of a medical provider.

Can I Buy Spironolactone Online?

Spironolactone is a prescription medication in the United States. Because of this requirement, spironolactone OTC (over the counter) is not available at pharmacies in the US. Also, as a result, one cannot simply buy spironolactone online. However, Push Health can connect people who might need a spironolactone prescription with a licensed medical provider who can prescribe spironolactone medication, including spironolactone 25 mg tablets and spironolactone 50 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

Spironolactone - Side Effects

Spironolactone prescription medication use can result in side effects. Commonly, spironolactone medication can result in high potassium levels, nausea, vomiting, a low libido, and other electrolyte and metabolic abnormalities. Low blood pressure and abnormal breast growth can also result from spironolactone use. People with liver and kidney problems should not use spironolactone medication unless directed to do so by their medical provider. All questions regarding generic and branded spironolactone tablets should be discussed with one's pharmacist and medical provider before using spironolactone prescription medication.

More Spironolactone Information

• Spironolactone - Medline