Side Effect of Ringing in Ears From Aldactone

Aldactone is a water pill that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt. It also keeps potassium levels from going too low. It treats a condition called hyperaldosteronism that causes the adrenal glands to produce too much of the hormone aldosterone. As with any prescription medication there are possible side effects as well as benefits.

Ringing in Ears

• According to Drugs.com, ringing in the ears is not a listed side effect of Aldactone. It is possible that some side effects are not listed or known. MedlinePlus suggests contacting your doctor or the FDA Medwatch program to report unknown side effects.

Tinnitus

• The ringing in your ears could be caused by a condition called Tinnitus. Tinnitus is caused by hearing loss, extremely loud noises, allergies, tumors and heart or blood vessel problems. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says that over 200 medicines can cause Tinnitus as well. It says to contact your doctor or pharmacist to see if Aldactone or any other medicines you may be taking could be one of them.

Aldactone Side Effects

• According to Medline Plus; Aldactone could cause the following side effects: vomiting, stomach pain, dry mouth, dizziness, enlarged breasts in men and women, irregular menstruation, increased hair growth, drowsiness or restlessness.

Serious Side Effects

• If you experience any of the following side effects while taking Aldactone, Medline Plus suggests contacting your doctor immediately; muscle weakness, pain or burning in the hands or feet, unusual bleeding, bruising, yellowing of skin or eyes, hives, blood in stools, decreased urination or fainting.

Warning

• According to Medline Plus, Aldactone has caused tumors in lab animals. It says to talk to your doctor about any potential risks that you may experience as a result of taking Aldactone.