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Canrenoic acid

Generic Name
Canrenoic acid
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C22H30O4
CAS Number
4138-96-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
87UG89VA9K

Overview

Canrenoic acid (as the salt potassium canrenoate) is an aldosterone antagonist. Like spironolactone, it is a prodrug, which is metabolized to canrenone in the body.

Background

Canrenoic acid (as the salt potassium canrenoate) is an aldosterone antagonist. Like spironolactone, it is a prodrug, which is metabolized to canrenone in the body.

Indication

No indication information available.

Associated Conditions

  • Edema
  • Edema caused by Secondary aldosteronism
  • Essential Arterial Hypertension
  • Hypertension
  • Primary Hyperaldosteronism

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