How much does spironolactone cost in Singapore?

Doctor's Answers 1

Spironolactone (Aldactone) costs about S$1.00 or more per tablet.

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.

In fact, it is primarily used to treat:

  • high blood pressure,
  • heart failure and
  • hypokalemia.

Besides that, it can also be used to treat fluid retention (oedema) in patients who are suffering from:

  • congestive heart failure,
  • liver cirrhosis or
  • nephrotic syndrome.

In addition, it can also be used to help regulate the salt and water balance in patients who have too much aldosterone in the body.

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