Spironolactone (Speer-on-oh-LAK-tone)
Also called: Aldactone

Why does my child need this medicine?

• Aldactone is a diuretic used to decrease fluid accumulation (edema)
• Makes the work of the heart easier

How should I give my child this medicine?

• Usually Aldactone in given once or twice a day.
• Do not stop giving Aldactone unless told to do so by your child’s doctor.
• Carefully measure the dose as instructed by a nurse or pharmacist using a syringe or marked measuring dropper.
• To decrease stomach upset, give Aldactone with food or a small amount of juice.
• Aldactone is good for 60 days. Any unused Aldactone should be discarded.
• To prevent bedwetting, give Aldactone several hours before bedtime.
• Do not give your child over the counter medications without consulting a doctor.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store in the original bottle, refrigerator, away from heat, light, and moisture.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. If any child gets into the bottle and swallows Aldactone, call the Poison Control Center (In Indiana 1-800-382-9097)

What should I do if my child misses a dose of medicine?

• It is important to give the prescribed dose of Aldactone at about the same time every day.
• Give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If more than two doses are missed, call your child’s doctor.
• Give any remaining doses at evenly spaced intervals (at least 6 hours apart).
• Do not give two doses of Aldactone at the same time.

What should I do if my child vomits the medicine?

• Do not repeat the dose of Aldactone.
• Give the prescribed amount of Aldactone at the next scheduled time.
• If your child continues to vomit or develops diarrhea, call your child’s doctor. It may be necessary to withhold or adjust the dosage of Aldactone.

When should I call the doctor?

• If your child has: swelling of the face, hands, feet or ankles, shortness of breath, persistent vomiting, severe diarrhea, dehydration, or rash.