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Spironolactone vs Tretinoin

Compare Spironolactone and Tretinoin side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

SpironolactoneTretinoin
Drug classAldosterone AntagonistRetinoid
Used to treatAscites, Edema, Heart failure, High blood pressure, Hirsutism, Hyperaldosteronism, HypokalemiaAcne vulgaris, Facial dermatoses, Hyperpigmentation, Leukemia, promyelocytic, acute
Generic priceFrom $0.043 each, about $1.28 for 30 (25 mg tablet); other forms from $1.81 per mL (25 mg/5 mL suspension)From $8.53 each, about $256 for 30 (10 mg capsule); other forms from $0.55 per gram (0.025% cream)
Brand priceNo brand price listedNo brand price listed
Generic savingsNot listedNot listed