Spironolactone generic name?

What is the generic name of spironolactone?

Spironolactone’s generic (non-brand) name is simply spironolactone.

Are there different generic names for the same drug?

No. Spironolactone is the active ingredient and the generic name used across generic products. Brands and formulations may differ (for example, different strengths or whether it’s a tablet versus liquid), but the generic name stays spironolactone.

How is it commonly abbreviated on prescriptions?

You may see it written as spironolactone or SPIR in some medical systems, but the drug’s standard generic name remains spironolactone.