finerenone
Used for Heart Attack
Are you tired of high medication costs? Our service offers unbeatable savings on your finerenone prescription medication. We provide a range of solutions to help you save up to 100% on your medication costs*. Whether you are insured, uninsured, underinsured, or simply looking to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses, we've got you covered.
Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
*You can pay as little as $0 per fill using Drug Coupons or Patient Assistance Programs. Subject to applicability & eligibility requirements.
This content is intended for US audiences only
finerenone cost saving options available to you
How it works
How to Lower Your Drug Costs
benefits
Why Choose Our Service?
Start Saving Today!
Lower the cost of your finerenone prescription
Join the many satisfied customers who have already benefited from our prescription discount service.
![Navin Khosla NowPatient](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F02%2FNavin_Khosla_NowPatient.png&w=128&q=75)
finerenone Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is finerenone available in?
finerenone is available as a 10 mg and 20 mg oral tablet.
What is finerenone used for?
finerenone is a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist and is used for the following:
Lowers the risk of the following problems in adults with long-term kidney problems (also called chronic kidney disease (CKD)) associated with type 2 diabetes:
- Worsening kidney function
- Death due to heart problems
- Heart attack
- Hospitalization due to heart failure
How does finerenone work?
finerenone is a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist. It works by stopping mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosterone) from binding (attaching) to their receptors in your kidneys, heart, and blood vessels. This prevents inflammation and damage to your kidneys, heart, and blood vessels.
How do I take finerenone?
The typical dose is 10 mg to 20 mg by mouth once daily, depending on how well your kidneys work. Your provider will adjust the dose based on your blood potassium level, kidney function, and if you’re having side effects.
Is it safe for me to take finerenone?
finerenone is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following.
- Concomitant use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Patients with adrenal insufficiency
finerenone Common Side Effects
Common side effects of finerenone:
- High blood potassium levels
finerenone Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with finerenone. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Low blood pressure: dizziness, tiredness, feeling faint, confusion
- Very high potassium level: nausea, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, numbness and tingling
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on finerenone
- The following medications may interact with finerenone:
- Strong CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Use is contraindicated
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice: Avoid concomitant use.
- Moderate or weak CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Monitor serum potassium during drug initiation or dosage adjustment of either finerenone or the moderate or weak CYP3A4 inhibitor, and adjust finerenone dosage as appropriate
- Strong or moderate CYP3A4 Inducers: Avoid concomitant use
Who makes finerenone?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is finerenone safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if finerenone will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while taking finerenone.
What to do if you missed your finerenone dose
The FDA's medical product safety reporting program for health professionals, patients and consumers.
Learn more about reporting side effectsDrug Savings Tips
How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my finerenone prescription?
How do the NowPatient finerenone savings programs work?
Are the NowPatient finerenone savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?
Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of finerenone?
If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the finerenone savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?
I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the finerenone prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
I am commercially or privately insured and none of the finerenone prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the finerenone prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay contributions?
Medical Disclaimer
NowPatient has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that all material is factually accurate, complete, and current. However, the knowledge and experience of a qualified healthcare professional should always be sought after instead of using the information on this page. Before taking any drug, you should always speak to your doctor or another qualified healthcare provider.
The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
Related Conditions
Things to know
How is finerenone different from spironolactone?
Is Kerendia better than spironolactone?
What are the advantages of finerenone over spironolactone?
Is Kerendia and spironolactone the same thing?
How does finerenone work for CKD?
Is finerenone a potassium-sparing diuretic?
Does finerenone block aldosterone?
Can you take Kerendia and spironolactone together?
What drug can replace spironolactone?
Why does finerenone cause less hyperkalemia?
Which class of drug is finerenone?
Is Kerendia the same as Farxiga?
Is Kerendia the same as spironolactone?
Why is Kerendia so expensive?
What foods to avoid when taking Kerendia?
What drug is comparable to Kerendia?
What is a possible side effect of finerenone?
Is finerenone a diuretic?
Is finerenone better than spironolactone for hyperkalemia?
Is Kerendia good for kidneys?
What drugs interact with finerenone?
How much does Kerendia cost?
How much does finerenone lower blood pressure?
Which is better Kerendia vs Farxiga?
Is Jardiance and Kerendia the same?
Which is better Kerendia vs Jardiance?
Is Kerendia good for stage 4 kidney disease?
Can you take Farxiga and Kerendia at the same time?
Does Kerendia improve kidney function?
What is the new drug for kidney failure?
What drug can replace Farxiga?
What is the new drug for diabetic kidney disease?
What are the benefits of finerenone?
What are the precautions for finerenone?
Who should take finerenone?
Does Kerendia really work?
What effect does finerenone have on CKD?
Does finerenone increase potassium?
What is NowPatient
Online Pharmacy & Telehealth
NowPatient is an online pharmacy & telehealth service that is available in the US and UK. Our service is FREE and packed with useful features that can help you save money on the cost of your medications, access virtual treatments, and provide tools that can help improve your overall health. Get started today and benefit from medication reminders, private treatment plans, NHS online pharmacy, GP appointment booking, Rx savings card, Drug Coupons, US drug savings programs, health conditions information, Drug Information, genetic testing, home test kits, BMI Risks, Type 2 Diabetes Risks, pollen meter, air quality monitor, and lots more!
![A laptop screen displays a dashboard with various health metrics and notifications. Widgets include drug coupons, home health testing, genetic risk, diabetes risk, BMI, pollen meter, and air quality.](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fabout-now-patient-desktop-small-v3.png&w=3840&q=75)
WHY WE BUILT NOWPATIENT
To improve the lives of everyone by making high-quality care accessible and convenient
We are here to improve lives. Our service gives you access to smart features and resources that can help empower you to take control of your health and improve your health outcomes. All this, in one place, for FREE. We strive to bring a fresh perspective to managing health. NowPatient can be accessed by downloading the App or using your web browser.
Download our app today
![A collage showing a map with pharmacies, a questionnaire, medication details, and a person video chatting on a screen.](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F05%2FBento-image.png&w=1920&q=75)
Can I trust NowPatient
Meet our medical team
We are a passionate group of clinicians and medical writers covering a broad range of specialities with experience operating in health systems in the United Kingdom & United States. Providing excellent care and advice is at the heart of everything we do. You can read more about our medical team by visiting the medical team page or learn more about how we curate content by visiting our editorial process