Quick detail
| Name: | Spironolactone |
| CAS No.: | 52-01-7 |
| Formula: | C24H32O4S |
| Molecular Weight: | 416.62 |
| Synonyms: | Alderon;3-(3-Keto-7.alpha.-acetylthio-17.beta.-hydroxy-4-androsten-17.alph a.-yl)propionic acid lactone;Uractone;Spiro(17H-cyclopenta(a)phenauthrene-17,2-(3H)-furan);Xenalon;Pregn-4-ene-21-carboxylic acid |
| EINECS: | 200-133-6 |
| Density: | 1.24 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point: | 207-208 °C(lit.) |
| Boiling Point: | 597 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point: | 302.3 °C |
| Solubility: | practically insoluble in water |
| Appearance: | White to Off White Solid |
Spironolactone Description
Spironolactone is used in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure can reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
Spironolactone is also used to diagnose and treat hyperaldosteronism, a condition in which the adrenal gland produces too much hormone called aldosterone. This medicine may also be used to treat fluid retention (edema) in patients with congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, or a kidney disorder called nephrotic syndrome.
Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill). It prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low. This medicine is also used to treat or prevent hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood).
Treatment by Condition Related to spironolactone
Diastolic Heart Failure Medications
Aldosteronism Medications
High Blood Pressure Medications
Chronic Heart Failure Medications
Accumulation of Fluid Resulting from Chronic Heart Failure Medications
Fluid in the Lungs due to Chronic Heart Failure Medications
Accumulation of Fluid caused by Cirrhosis of the Liver Medications
Accumulation of Fluid caused by Kidney Disease Medications
Male Pattern of Hair Distribution or Hirsutism in a Woman Medications
Visible Water Retention Medications
Ascites Medications
Diagnostic Test for Primary Hyperaldosteronism Medications
Disease of Ovaries with Cysts Medications
Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood Medications
Prevention of Low Potassium in the Blood Medications
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