Silectone 50 Tablet 10

SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10 is used in adults to manage high blood pressure, heart failure, and fluid retention.

Uses of SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10 are:

• High Blood Pressure and Heart Failure: Helps lower blood pressure and reduce fluid build-up in heart failure.
• Fluid Retention: Helps manage oedema caused by liver cirrhosis and nephrotic syndrome.
• Hormone and Potassium Disorders: Used in hyperaldosteronism and to help correct low potassium levels.

Follow these instructions while taking SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10:

• Take this tablet by mouth with or without food.

• Try to take it consistently with meals or without meals each time.

• Take it early in the day to avoid night-time trips to the toilet.

• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.

• Do not crush, break or chew the tablet.

• Continue taking this medicine regularly, even if you feel well.

• Consult your doctor if you have any questions about using this medicine.

SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10 is taken orally.

SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10 contains Spironolactone (50 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Aldosterone antagonist: Spironolactone blocks the action of aldosterone, a hormone that regulates salt and water balance in your body.

• Sodium excretion: It reduces the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys, leading to increased sodium excretion through urine.

• Potassium retention: Unlike other diuretics, spironolactone helps your body retain potassium rather than lose it, which is why it's called a "potassium-sparing" diuretic.

• Diuretic effect: By promoting sodium and water excretion, it increases urine production, helping to reduce fluid retention and lower blood pressure.

Follow these instructions while storing SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10:

• Store SILECTONE 50 TABLET 10 at room temperature.

• Keep the medicine in its original container with the lid tightly closed.

• Protect from moisture, heat, and direct light.

• Do not store in the bathroom.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.

• Reduce your salt intake if you have high blood pressure or fluid retention, as excess sodium can worsen these conditions that spironolactone helps manage.

• Monitor your potassium consumption—avoid suddenly increasing potassium-rich foods (like bananas and oranges) while taking this medicine, as it can raise potassium levels in your body.