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Is Spironolactone Beneficial In Treating Hepatitis-C Infection?

I went to the doctor and had test done. I was told I have cirrhosis of the liver plus hep C virus. I was given spironolactone for water swelling. I am also on omeprazole for who knows why. I feel like I am getting worst instead of better. is this the correct medicine? I don t know what to say to my doctor.

posted on Fri, 15 Aug 2014

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Tue, 21 Jul 2015 Answered on

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Keep me posted

General & Family Physician, Dr. Saad Sultan's Response

Welcome at HCM...
I have gone through your query and being your doctor I completely understand your health concerns. .
Spironolactone is very good drug to treat edema and ascites in chronic liver disease...
What is your complaint after starting it? What is dise yoy are taking??! Sometimes due to overdosage the blood pressure may get low along with electrolyte imbalance.
You should visit your doctor for proper assessment..
Hope your query is answered adequately...
Regards
Dr saad sultan

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Is Spironolactone Beneficial In Treating Hepatitis-C Infection?

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