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Product Description:

Spironolactone is a synthetic, steroidal antimineralocorticoid, antiandrogen, and, to a lesser extent, progestin. It belongs to a class of pharmaceutical drugs known as potassium-sparing diuretics, and is used primarily as a diuretic and antihypertensive in the treatment of heart failure and hypertension. As a secondary use, spironolactone is also frequently employed off-label for the purpose of reducing elevated or unwanted androgen levels and activity in the body, such as in the treatment of hyperandrogenism in women and, especially, as a component of hormone replacement therapy for trans women.

Applications:

Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (e.g., congestive heart failure) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems.This medication is also used to treat low potassium levels and conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural chemical (aldosterone).Spironolactone is known as a "water pill" (potassium-sparing diuretic).OTHER This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.This medication has also been used to treat excessive hair growth (hirsutism) in women with polycystic ovary disease.