About Eplerenone

Eplerenone is usually taken for heart failure.

It helps to keep your symptoms of heart failure under control and reduce the risk of your heart getting weaker by:

• reducing your blood pressure
• controlling the amount of salt and water in your body
• improving your heart function

It works by blocking the action of a hormone called aldosterone.

Eplerenone comes as tablets and is only available on prescription.

Key facts

• You'll usually take eplerenone once a day, but your doctor may tell you to take it every other day if you get side effects or have any problems with your kidneys.
• Side effects include feeling dizzy, headaches, not being able to sleep, and a cough.
• Taking eplerenone can raise the levels of potassium in your blood. This can cause muscle cramps and diarrhoea. You'll have regular blood tests while you're taking it.
• It's important to keep taking eplerenone even if you feel well. You'll still get the benefits of the medicine.
• If you're on or want to start a low-salt diet, talk to your doctor. Some salt substitutes may increase your potassium levels.

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