Spironolactone Side Effects
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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) block prostaglandins, substances that dilate blood vessels and cause inflammation. NSAIDs are usually the first drugs tried for almost any kind of minor pain. There are dozens of NSAIDs. Aspirin is the most common. Among the most effective NSAIDs for menstrual disorders are ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Midol PMS), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Anaprox), and mefenamic acid (Ponstel). Studies have also indicated that they are most helpfu...
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Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent... Read more »
...- ORAL Pronounced: (SPY-row-no-LACK-tone) Side Effects Drowsiness, lightheadedness, stomach... Read more »
...medicines that contains aspirin may decrease the effects of spironolactone. Low-dose aspirin, as... Read more »
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