Does Aldosterone Interact with Captopril?
CDI records a unknown classification for Aldosterone and Captopril. The stored summary is: For example, diuretics (e.g., thiazides) may activate the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. Agents Increasing Serum Potassium Since captopril decreases aldosterone production, elevation of serum potassium may occur. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Unknown
- Captopril Class
- Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Aldosterone and your doctor is considering prescribing Captopril (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider