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Spironolactone vs Triamterene / Hydrochlorothiazide

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

SpironolactoneTriamterene / Hydrochlorothiazide
Drug classAldosterone AntagonistPotassium-sparing Diuretic, Thiazide Diuretic
Used to treatAscites, Edema, Heart failure, High blood pressure, Hirsutism, Hyperaldosteronism, HypokalemiaEdema, Heart failure, High blood pressure, Hypokalemia, Nephrotic syndrome
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 $0.097 each, about $2.91 for 30 (37.5-25 mg tablet)
Brand priceNo brand price listedNo brand price listed
Generic savingsNot listedNot listed