Finerenone

Information about Finerenone

Finerenone Uses

Finerenone is used to prevent Heart failure and heart attack.

How Finerenone works

Finerenone works as potassium sparing diuretic by blocking the activity of certain steroids that can damage the heart and kidneys.

Common side effects of Finerenone

Increased potassium level in blood, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Decreased sodium level in blood

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Expert advice for Finerenone

  • Avoid breastfeeding at the time of treatment with Finerenone and for one day after treatment.
  • For patients who are unable to swallow whole tablets, Finerenone may be crushed and mixed with water or soft foods, before taking it.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking potassium supplements or any other medications for high blood pressure or heart disease.
  • Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during the treatment to avoid getting pregnant.
  • Finerenone contains lactose; inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance.

Frequently asked questions for Finerenone

Finerenone

Q. Does Finerenone reduce the risk for heart failure events in high-risk patients?

Yes, a study reported that Finerenone reduces new-onset of heart failure and improves other heart failure outcomes in patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes, irrespective of a history of heart failure or heart disease.

Q. Does Finerenone increase potassium levels in the body?

Yes, Finerenone may result in hyperkalemia (increased potassium level), especially in patients with reduced kidney function and with already high potassium levels. Your doctor may monitor your potassium level before and during the treatment with Finerenone and may adjust its dose accordingly.

Q. What is the dosing frequency of Finerenone?

Dosing of Finerenone is based on estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). eGFR is the amount of waste, in milliliters, your kidneys should be able to filter in a minute. The initial dose of Finerenone is 20 mg daily for eGFR of ≥ 60 mL/min and 10 mg daily for eGFR of ≥ 25 to < 60 mL/minute. This medicine is not recommended for patients with eGFR < 25 mL/min. Your doctor may also adjust the dose if you have a high potassium level.

Q. Can a breastfeeding women take Finerenone?

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with this medicine and for 1 day after the treatment.

Q. Can Finerenone result in low blood pressure?

Yes, Finerenone may cause a decrease in blood pressure that can lead to hypotension.

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