Multiple choice

Aldosterone is a hormone released by the adrenal glands. The potassium salt acting as an aldosterone antagonist is

  1. potassium chlorate

  2. potassium carbonate

  3. potassium canrenoate

  4. potassium bromate

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Potassium canrenoate is an aldosterone antagonist. Like spironolactone, it is a pro drug, which is metabolised to canrenone in the body.