spironolactone

Noun

Meaning

a synthetic corticosteroid (trade name Aldactone) used to treat hypertension

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

Aldactone corticosteroid antihypertensive hydrochlorothiazide corticoid mannitol furosemide indapamide amiloride chlorthalidone ethacrynic acid acetazolamide bendroflumethiazide bumetanide cyclopenthiazide

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Hypernyms

corticosteroid antihypertensive corticoid antihypertensive drug adrenal cortical steroid

Related terms

spirolactam

Phrases with the word

thiomethyl-spironolactone

Examples

Potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, amiloride, triamterene, and others) or potassium supplements can increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Source: Internet

There are other hormones and hormone blockers that trans individuals may discuss with their health care providers, such as progesterone, spironolactone, and finasteride. Source: Internet

Aldactone (spironolactone) and Inspra (eplerenone) are available options. Source: Internet

Treatments for this type of hormonal imbalance include birth control pills, ovarian drilling procedures, laser hair removal (for the unwanted hair) and the drugs spironolactone or metformin, she adds. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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