How should I store spironolactone?

Last Updated 11/18/2019

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You should store spironolactone away from direct sunlight and at a temperature range of 59 – 86°F (20 – 25°C). This is about room temperature.

Remember to keep spironolactone and all medicine out of reach of children!

Up high! Away from the sun and you’re done!

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Amanda S. Carmel, M.D.

Weill Cornell Medicine

Geyanne Lui, B.S.

Weill Cornell Medicine

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How should I store spironolactone?

On a table near a sunny window

This is incorrect. Spironolactone should be kept out of direct sunlight and stored at 59 – 86°F (20 – 25°C). It should also be kept out of reach of children.

In the refrigerator

This is incorrect. Spironolactone should be stored at 59 – 86°F (20 – 25°C) and out of direct sunlight. It should also be kept out of reach of children.

In a safe place out of reach of children that stays at about room temperature, like a cabinet

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Spironolactone should be stored at 59 – 86°F (20 – 25°C), out of direct sunlight, and out of reach of children.

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