Spirolactone

Spirolactone is a type of medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as potassium-sparing diuretics. It is primarily used to treat fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver scarring, or kidney disease. It is also used to treat high blood pressure, low potassium levels, and hyperaldosteronism.

Medical uses

Spirolactone is used to treat a variety of medical conditions. These include:

• Heart failure
• Liver scarring
• Kidney disease
• High blood pressure
• Low potassium levels
• Hyperaldosteronism

Side effects

Like all medications, spirolactone can cause side effects. These may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Stomach pain
• Rash

Mechanism of action

Spirolactone works by blocking the action of aldosterone, a hormone that regulates the balance of water and salts in the body. By blocking aldosterone, spirolactone helps the kidneys remove excess fluid from the body.

Interactions

Spirolactone can interact with other medications, including:

• Blood pressure medications
• Potassium supplements
• Lithium
• Digoxin
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

See also

• Diuretic
• Potassium-sparing diuretic
• Aldosterone

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