spironolactone
K-sparing diureticWhat it's for
HF (mortality benefit), ascites
Nursing considerations
- HYPERkalemia is the risk — especially stacked with ACE/ARB
- No salt substitutes or K supplements
- Gynecomastia is a known effect — tell, don't surprise
Key side effects
📈 Watch
K+, renal function
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
