Inspra

Generic name:eplerenone [ ep-LER-e-none ]
Drug classes:Aldosterone receptor antagonists, Potassium-sparing diuretics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 8, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Inspra?

Inspra is used to lower the risk of death from heart failure after a heart attack.

Inspra is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Inspra may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You may not be able to take Inspra if you have severe kidney disease, high potassium levels in your blood, or type 2 diabetes with increased levels of albumin (a protein) in your urine.

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.

Before taking this medicine

You may not be able to take this medicine if you are allergic to Inspra, or if you have:

• high potassium levels in your blood (hyperkalemia);

• severe kidney disease; or

• type 2 diabetes with increased levels of albumin (a protein) in your urine.

Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with Inspra. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:

• nefazodone;

• a potassium supplement;

• an antibiotic<...