Aldactone and Neoral

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Ask your doctor before using cycloSPORINE together with spironolactone. Using these medications together can cause high levels of potassium in your blood. Call your doctor if you have side effects such as slow, fast, or uneven heartbeat, shallow breathing, numbness or tingly feeling, and muscle pain or weakness. A different class of blood pressure medication should be considered. If your doctor prescribes these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

GENERALLY AVOID: Cyclosporine may cause hyperkalemia. The concurrent use of potassium-sparing diuretics and cyclosporine may result in or exacerbate hyperkalemia.

MANAGEMENT: The concomitant use of potassium-sparing diuretics and cyclosporine should be avoided. A different class of antihypertensive should be considered.

Aldactone

Generic Name: spironolactone

Brand name: Aldactone, CaroSpir

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Aldactone?

Neoral

Generic Name: cyclosporine

Brand name: Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune, Sandimmune

Synonyms: Neoral (Capsules, Modified)

What is Neoral?