Spironolactone

Spironolactone is used to remove extra water and salt from the body, but it does not get rid of potassium like the other diuretics. It can also be used as a heart failure therapy. This medicine might make you need to urinate more often.

Common side effects:

  • Stomach cramps
  • Dry mouth
  • Excessive thirst
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Enlarged breast tissue
  • Breast pain and irregular menstrual periods (women)