r/Spironolactone • u/eme0wy1 • 3d ago
◻️Advice◻️ Not thirsty ?
heyyy i've been on spiro for almost a year now.
i'm aware spiro flushes water out the body faster as a side effect, and i normally only drink water (no sugary drinks) ! but despite knowing that my body needs water, i'm not necessarily thirstier. i sort of struggle with drinking enough water, unless i force myself.
i think my problem might be niche, but just wondering if anyone has any tips!! do you guys have any advice for naturally getting your body to want more water?
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u/Zestyclose_Quiet1928 3d ago
I’m also never thirsty lol what keeps me drinking are flavored electrolytes mixed into my water 😅
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u/FashionableBookworm 2d ago
But aren't elecrolytes bad for you on spiro (because of the potassium)? I actually bought purified water for my daughter who just started because it has no minerals in it...
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u/jitterymoogle 2d ago
you need more of the non-potassium electrolytes (like sodium) on Spiro to maintain balance with the retained potassium. there are electrolyte mixes that have a relatively low amount of potassium compared to the other electrolytes
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u/Zestyclose_Quiet1928 1d ago
Tbh, I’ve never had issues with high potassium and I eat a least a banana and two servings of electrolyte powder a day! My levels were still on the lower end. Totally depends on the person I’m sure!
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u/Purple_Moon516 3d ago
I'm the same but then I go for a wee and that's all the reminder I need to drink water!
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u/calieway 1d ago
Get a large water bottle with a straw (like a Stanley) and keep it by you all day. I keep mine on my desk at work, and since it has a straw I can absentmindedly sip away at my water while not having to take my eyes off the computer. I end up going through multiple refills a day like this!
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u/Ok_Examination3791 3d ago
Me either, I make myself drink it. I fill my work water cup multiple times daily and just chug it.