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Does Sudden Withdrawal From Spironolactone Safe?

I have been taking spironolactone, as well as several other medications, for several years. I have congestive heart failure and afib. Due to financial constraints, I have not taken the spironolactone for a few days. It may be a few more days before I can fill the prescription. Can this be risky for my health?

posted on Tue, 30 Jan 2018

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Mon, 11 Jun 2018 Answered on

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 Last reviewed on

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi's Response

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Sudden withdrawal from spironolactone can cause fluid retention and high blood pressure.So I suggest you to control the blood pressure frequently during the withdrawal days.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

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Does Sudden Withdrawal From Spironolactone Safe?

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