I have never seen anyone who had the threee or five hour test that could not have been diagnosed at two hours. The two hour test is less stressful on your body than the 3 or 5 hours. Spironolactone is classified as diuretic that is prescribed for high blood pressure or for anyone who has a need for a diuretic and who already has low potassium.
High aldosterone can cause fluid retention.
Spironolactone works as an anti-androgen and that is the method by which it reduces the fluid retention. This information is provided for educational purposes only. Please read the disclaimer .