What is the best aldosterone antagonist for ascites?

By our independent rating, spironolactone currently ranks highest among Aldosterone Antagonist drugs used for ascites. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional.

Which aldosterone antagonist drugs treat ascites?

pharmaranks lists 2 Aldosterone Antagonist products indicated for ascites, per FDA drug-label data — each independently rated and ranked above.

How are these ranked?

By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.

Best Aldosterone Antagonist for ascites

2 Aldosterone Antagonist drugs indicated for ascites, ranked by our independent rating. The current highest-rated is spironolactone. Compare them with all treatments for ascites or the full Aldosterone Antagonist class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Top aldosterone antagonist for ascites: 1. Spironolactone · 2. Carospir

Best-rated Aldosterone Antagonist for ascites, ranked by pharmaranks score
#	Drug	Rating	Type	Typical price
1	Spironolactone	Not yet rated	Prescription	$3	View →
2	Carospir	Not yet rated	Prescription	$3	View →

Full ranking · 2 drugs

spironolactone

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

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Spironolactone oral tablets contain 25 mg, 50 mg, or 100 mg of the aldosterone antagonist spironolactone, 17 hydroxy-7α-mercapto-3-oxo-17α-pregn-4-ene-21-carboxylic acid γ-lactone acetate, which has the following structural formula: Spironolactone is practically insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, and freely soluble in benzene and in chloroform.

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Typical price

From ~$1.37/30· 4 forms Save up to 67% in class

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Frequently asked

What is the best aldosterone antagonist for ascites?: By our independent rating, spironolactone currently ranks highest among Aldosterone Antagonist drugs used for ascites. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data — always consult a professional.
Which aldosterone antagonist drugs treat ascites?: pharmaranks lists 2 Aldosterone Antagonist products indicated for ascites, per FDA drug-label data — each independently rated and ranked above.
How are these ranked?: By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.

Best Aldosterone Antagonist for ascites

spironolactone

Frequently asked

carospir