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Spironolactone Pharmacology Podcast
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
Spironolactone Pharmacology Podcast
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
On this episode, I discuss spironolactone pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions and much more.
Spironolactone has numerous indications including hypertension, CHF, ascites, and acne. I break them all down in this podcast episode.
Hyperkalemia is a major concern with spironolactone. Patients with baseline levels at 5 or above should generally avoid this medication.
Gynecomastia is one of the most commonly tested adverse effects of spironolactone. Be sure you don't miss this one on your board and pharmacology exams!
Spironolactone has numerous indications including hypertension, CHF, ascites, and acne. I break them all down in this podcast episode.
Hyperkalemia is a major concern with spironolactone. Patients with baseline levels at 5 or above should generally avoid this medication.
Gynecomastia is one of the most commonly tested adverse effects of spironolactone. Be sure you don't miss this one on your board and pharmacology exams!
Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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