resistant hypertension

AMBER Trial: Patiromer to Allow Spironolactone use in Resistant Hypertension

Resistant hypertension poses a significant challenge, especially in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The AMBER trial emerges as a beacon of hope, evaluating the role of the potassium binder patiromer in enabling the use of spironolactone in this difficult-to-treat … Read More

Landmark Clinical Trials of Aldosterone Antagonists

landmark clinical trials focusing on aldosterone antagonists (mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists) like spironolactone and eplerenone, which are commonly used in heart failure and other conditions: 1. RALES (1999) • Title: Randomized Aldactone Evaluation Study • Focus: Heart failure with reduced ejection … Read More