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Excretor Plus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Excretor Plus have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Excretor Plus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Excretor Plus include Frequent urination. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Excretor Plus as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Excretor Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Excretor Plus has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Excretor Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Excretor Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Potassium Deficiency, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Excretor Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Excretor Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Excretor Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Excretor Plus is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Excretor Plus is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Excretor Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Excretor Plus.
Is the use of Excretor Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Excretor Plus on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Excretor Plus on the Kidneys?
Excretor Plus is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Excretor Plus on the Liver?
Excretor Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Excretor Plus on the Heart?
Excretor Plus is completely safe for the heart.
Excretor Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Excretor Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Excretor Plus habit forming or addictive?
Excretor Plus is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Excretor Plus
Taking Excretor Plus with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Excretor Plus
Consuming Excretor Plus with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Excretor Plus is a brand name of Spironolactone and it comes in different forms of the tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called potassium-sparing diuretics (water pill). It is used for the treatment of edema (swelling due to the accumulation of excessive fluid) associated with diseases such as congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, and nephrotic syndrome. It is also used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Ideally, the tablet has to be taken once or twice daily. It can be taken anytime but you are advised to take it in the morning because it causes more frequent urination which can disturb your sleep in the night. It can be taken with or without food but it is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
Excretor Plus can be taken at night but you are advised to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances caused by excessive urination during the night.
Yes, Excretor Plus can cause diarrhea but this occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this medicine. The exact cause behind this is not known. To keep yourself well hydrated, drink plenty of fluids while using this drug. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Excretor Plus is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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