Eplerenone is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. Eplerenone belongs to a group of drugs called mineralocorticoid receptor blockers. These work by blocking the action of aldosterone, a natural substance in the body that raises blood pressure. This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once or twice a day, with or without food.
The lower potassium intake level varied among studies and ranged from 45 to 100 mmol/. day, with a median value of 73 mmol/day. The increased potassium intake ranged from 70. to 247 mmol/day, with a median value of 127 mmol/day.
Sodium Recommendations. The 2010 U.S. Dietary Guidelines set the adequate intake limits of sodium at 1,500 milligrams per day for people 9 to 50 years of age. Younger children need between 1,000 and 1,200 milligrams, and itâs recommended that older adults consume 1,200 milligrams per day because they require fewer daily calories.