Cardiovascular
Spironolactone
Aldactone
Generic nameSpironolactone
Brand nameAldactone
Medication classPotassium-sparing diuretic
Typical adult example12.5-50 mg
FrequencyOnce daily
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Heart failure
- resistant HTN
- ascites/edema
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- Potassium-sparing diuretic; hyperkalemia risk.