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INSPRA Oral

Precautions and Side Effects


Generic Name: EPLERENONE - ORAL
Pronounced: (eh-PLER-en-own)

INSPRA Oral Side Effects

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Headache, dizziness, diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, cough or flu-like symptoms (e.g., fever, chills, unusual tiredness) may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

  • abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • enlarged or sore breasts in males
  • mental/mood changes


This medication can raise your body's potassium levels. Potassium blood levels should be checked periodically while you take this drug. If not treated, high potassium levels can lead to very serious (rarely fatal) heart rhythms. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following symptoms:

  • severe muscle weakness
  • irregular heartbeat


A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

  • rash
  • itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
  • severe dizziness
  • trouble breathing


This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

INSPRA Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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