What is Inspra prescribed for?

Inspra is prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure. It can be used either alone or with other medicines for high blood pressure.

Who should not take 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

General Precautions:

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.

There are some things that you should tell your Doctor including:

Tell your doctor 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 doctor has told you it is okay.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or if you are currently breast feeding.

What side effects can you expect when taking Inspra? (This is only a partial list of side effects reported with Inspra. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a complete list of possible side effects and drug interactions..)

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

For more detailed information about Inspra, ask your doctor or pharmacist.