Prescription Name: Inspra

*NOTE* Inspra is a medication that should only be taken when prescribed by a doctor. Please note I don't recommend taking Inspra without a prior prescription from your doctor and cannot be held responsible for any problems that occur from taking Inspra. This information is provided for information purposes and is not intended as a substitues to professional advice *NOTE*

Active Ingrediant in Inspra: Eplerenone

Uses for taking Inspra
Inspra is used to treat high blood pressure. It can be used either alone or with other medicines for high blood pressure.

Possible Inspra Side Effects:

The most common side effects with Inspra include headache and dizziness.

Things to be cautious of while taking Inspra:

You should not take Inspra if you have any of the following conditions:

• high potassium level
• type 2 diabetes with protein in the urine (microalbuminuria)
• kidney disease

You should not take Inspra if you take the following medicines:

• potassium supplements or medicines called potassium sparing diuretics ("water pills") such as amiloride, spironolactone or triamterene
• ketoconazole
• itraconazole

Inspra can increase potassium levels in the body. High potassium levels can cause irregular and dangerous heartbeats, and sometimes death. Your doctor may do regular blood tests to check your potassium levels if you are at risk for getting a high potassium level.

Tell your health care provider about all the medicines that you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines may affect how Inspra works or Inspra may affect how your other medicines work. Some medicines may increase your chances of getting a high potassium level if you take them with Inspra. Do not take other medicines while you are taking Inspra unless your health care provider has told you it is okay.

Tell your health care provider if you are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

As with most medications, do not drive until you are certain to how you react to the drug.

Drinking alcohol while taking Inspra is definitely not recommended.