Spironolactone (Noun)
Meaning
A synthetic corticosteroid (trade name Aldactone) used to treat hypertension.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Spironolactone is often prescribed to patients with hypertension who have not responded to other medications.
- The doctor ordered a blood test to check the patient's potassium levels before starting her on spironolactone.
- Spironolactone works by blocking the action of aldosterone, a hormone that causes the body to retain sodium and water.
- After taking spironolactone for several weeks, the patient's blood pressure had decreased significantly.
- In addition to treating hypertension, spironolactone is also used to treat conditions such as heart failure and hyperaldosteronism.