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'''''For patient information about Eplerenone, click [[Eplerenone (patient information)|here]].''''' | |||
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== | ==Overview== | ||
'''Eplerenone''' ([[International Nonproprietary Name|INN]]) ({{pronEng|ɛpˈlɛrənoʊn}}) is an [[aldosterone antagonist]] used as an adjunct in the management of [[chronic heart failure]]. It is similar to [[spironolactone]], though it may be more specific for the [[mineralocorticoid receptor]] and is specifically marketed for reducing [[cardiovascular]] risk in patients following [[myocardial infarction]]. It is marketed by [[Pfizer]] under the trade name '''Inspra'''. | '''Eplerenone''' ([[International Nonproprietary Name|INN]]) ({{pronEng|ɛpˈlɛrənoʊn}}) is an [[aldosterone antagonist]] used as an adjunct in the management of [[chronic heart failure]]. It is similar to [[spironolactone]], though it may be more specific for the [[mineralocorticoid receptor]] and is specifically marketed for reducing [[cardiovascular]] risk in patients following [[myocardial infarction]]. It is marketed by [[Pfizer]] under the trade name '''Inspra'''. | ||
== | ==Category== | ||
[[Aldosterone antagonists]];[[Pfizer]];[[Lactones]];[[Epoxides]];[[Cardiovascular Drugs]] | |||
=== | ==FDA Package Insert== | ||
=== | ====INSPRA (eplerenone) tablet, film coated ==== | ||
''' [[Eplerenone indications and usage|Indications and Usage]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone dosage and administration|Dosage and Administration]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone dosage forms and strengths|Dosage Forms and Strengths]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone contraindications|Contraindications]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone warnings and precautions|Warnings and Precautions]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone adverse reactions|Adverse Reactions]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone drug interactions|Drug Interactions]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone use in specific populations|Use in Specific Populations]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone overdosage|Overdosage]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone description|Description]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone clinical pharmacology|Clinical Pharmacology]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone nonclinical toxicology|Nonclinical Toxicology]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone clinical studies|Clinical Studies]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone how supplied storage and handling|How Supplied/Storage and Handling]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone patient counseling information|Patient Counseling Information]]''' | |||
'''| [[Eplerenone labels and packages|Labels and Packages]]''' | |||
== | ==Mechanism of Action== | ||
Eplerenone binds to the mineralocorticoid receptor and blocks the binding of aldosterone, a component of the [[renin-angiotensin-aldosterone-system]] (RAAS). Aldosterone synthesis, which occurs primarily in the adrenal gland, is modulated by multiple factors, including angiotensin II and non-RAAS mediators such as adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and potassium. Aldosterone binds to mineralocorticoid receptors in both epithelial (e.g., kidney) and nonepithelial (e.g., heart, blood vessels, and brain) tissues and increases blood pressure through induction of sodium reabsorption and possibly other mechanisms. | |||
Eplerenone has been shown to produce sustained increases in plasma renin and serum aldosterone, consistent with inhibition of the negative regulatory feedback of aldosterone on renin secretion. The resulting increased plasma renin activity and aldosterone circulating levels do not overcome the effects of eplerenone. | |||
Eplerenone selectively binds to recombinant human mineralocorticoid receptors relative to its binding to recombinant human glucocorticoid, progesterone, and androgen receptors. | |||
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[[Category:Aldosterone antagonists]] | [[Category:Aldosterone antagonists]] | ||
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[[Category:Cardiovascular Drugs]] | |||
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Revision as of 21:55, 28 February 2014
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: {{SS]]
For patient information about Eplerenone, click here.
Synonyms / Brand Names: INSPRA®
Overview
Eplerenone (INN) (Template:PronEng) is an aldosterone antagonist used as an adjunct in the management of chronic heart failure. It is similar to spironolactone, though it may be more specific for the mineralocorticoid receptor and is specifically marketed for reducing cardiovascular risk in patients following myocardial infarction. It is marketed by Pfizer under the trade name Inspra.
Category
Aldosterone antagonists;Pfizer;Lactones;Epoxides;Cardiovascular Drugs
FDA Package Insert
INSPRA (eplerenone) tablet, film coated
Indications and Usage | Dosage and Administration | Dosage Forms and Strengths | Contraindications | Warnings and Precautions | Adverse Reactions | Drug Interactions | Use in Specific Populations | Overdosage | Description | Clinical Pharmacology | Nonclinical Toxicology | Clinical Studies | How Supplied/Storage and Handling | Patient Counseling Information | Labels and Packages
Mechanism of Action
Eplerenone binds to the mineralocorticoid receptor and blocks the binding of aldosterone, a component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone-system (RAAS). Aldosterone synthesis, which occurs primarily in the adrenal gland, is modulated by multiple factors, including angiotensin II and non-RAAS mediators such as adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and potassium. Aldosterone binds to mineralocorticoid receptors in both epithelial (e.g., kidney) and nonepithelial (e.g., heart, blood vessels, and brain) tissues and increases blood pressure through induction of sodium reabsorption and possibly other mechanisms.
Eplerenone has been shown to produce sustained increases in plasma renin and serum aldosterone, consistent with inhibition of the negative regulatory feedback of aldosterone on renin secretion. The resulting increased plasma renin activity and aldosterone circulating levels do not overcome the effects of eplerenone.
Eplerenone selectively binds to recombinant human mineralocorticoid receptors relative to its binding to recombinant human glucocorticoid, progesterone, and androgen receptors.