Spironolactone
Spironolactone is an aldosterone antagonist acting both as a diuretic and as an antihypertensive drug. It is indicated to treat a number of conditions including heart failure, hypertension, oedema associated with hepatic cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome and hyperaldosteronism.
Spironolactone is on the World Health Organization model list of essential medicines.
Therapeutic group
Cardiovascular system, diuretics, potassium-sparing agents
ATC code: C03DA01
Spironolactone is on the World Health Organization model list of essential medicines.
Therapeutic group
Cardiovascular system, diuretics, potassium-sparing agents
ATC code: C03DA01
Spironolactone
Key dosage forms
- Tablet (25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg)
- Capsule (25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg)
Features
- Flexible and reliable partner
- Complete documentation
Some brand names
- ALDACTONE® (PFIZER)