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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
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.

Associated Conditions
Edema, Edema caused by Secondary aldosteronism, Essential Arterial Hypertension, Hypertension, Primary Hyperaldosteronism
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