Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Aldosterone antagonist diuretics
Forms:
Tablet, oral suspension
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
- Congestive heart failure
- High blood pressure
- Edema due to liver cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome
- Primary hyperaldosteronism
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Spironolactone Drug Class
Spironolactone (spy-roh-noh-lak-tohn) belongs to a group of drugs called aldosterone receptor antagonists and potassium-sparing diuretics.
Spironolactone Age Range
Spironolactone is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients have not been established.
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