Eplerenone

Eplerenone is a medication used to improve survival in adults with heart failure after a heart attack and to lower high blood pressure. It works by blocking a hormone that can cause the body to retain salt and water, which helps reduce blood pressure and strain on the heart. You typically start with a dose of 25 mg once daily for heart failure, which can be increased to a maximum of 50 mg once daily, while for high blood pressure, the starting dose is 50 mg once daily, which can be increased to 50 mg twice daily if needed. It's important to know that eplerenone should not be taken if your potassium levels are too high, as this can lead to serious health issues. Additionally, if you are taking strong CYP3A inhibitors, like ketoconazole, your dose may need to be adjusted to avoid increased side effects.