Aldactazide® (spironolactone-hydrochlorothiazide)
Indication
- Diuretic used to treat mild to moderate edema and hypertension or chronic lung disease with pulmonary edema
Dosage Guidelines
- 1-2 mg of each component/kg/dose q12 hours
Administration
- Oral
Adverse Effects
- Hyponatremia, hypo/hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, alkalosis, impaired glucose tolerance, hyperuricemia, vomiting, rash and diarrhea
Comments
- Monitor serum potassium, sodium, weight change, fluid status and blood pressure
- Caution in patients with renal or hepatic failure
Supplied As
- 5 mg/mL oral suspension (each mL contains 5 mg each of hydrochlorothiazide and spironolactone) prepared by Pharmacy.
References
LexiComp Sick Kids, LexiComp Pediatric and Neonatal