Aldosterone antagonists (Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists- MRAs)

Benefits

• Helps your heart muscle to heal
• Can prevent further damage to an already weakened heart
• Can help to control high blood pressure

​​Action

• ​​​Prescribed for people who have high blood pressure or heart failure
• Helps people living with heart failure or high blood pressure get rid of extra fluid from their bodies
• Reduces extra fluid buildup in your lungs, lower legs, and ankles

Potential Side Effects

• Swollen and enlarged breast
• Dry mouth
• Rash
• Low blood pressure
• Dizziness
• Nausea (upset stomach)
• High potassium levels in your blood

Common Names

• Eplerenone (Inspra)
• Spirinolactone (Aldactone)