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.
To prevent potassium loss or replace potassium lost by the body: Adults and teenagersâ5 to 10 mEq taken two to four times a day. However, most people will not take more than 100 mEq a day. To prevent potassium loss: Adults and teenagersâ16 to 24 mEq a day, divided into two or three smaller doses during the day. Your doctor may change the dose if needed.  ChildrenâDose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 1 to 3 mEq of potassium per kilogram (kg) (0.45 to 1.36 mEq per pound) of body weight taken in smaller doses during the day. The solution should be well mixed in water or juice. For oral dosage form (powder for solution): To prevent potassium loss or replace potassium lost by the body: Adults and teenagersâ20 milliequivalents (mEq) mixed into one-half glass of cold water or juice, taken two to four times a day. Your doctor may change the dose if needed.