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GlossaryMineralocorticoid Receptor

protein that regulates salt and water balance in cells

The Mineralocorticoid Receptor (MR) is a type of protein found inside cells that binds to mineralocorticoids, such as the hormone aldosterone. This receptor plays a crucial role in regulating the balance of salt and water in the body by influencing kidney function. When activated, it helps control blood pressure and fluid balance, making it important for both everyday health and in conditions like hypertension and heart failure.

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research Association between Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonist and Mortality in SARS-CoV-2 Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

10 citations , March 2022 in “Healthcare”

Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist therapy does not significantly reduce mortality in COVID-19 patients.

research Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists—A New Sprinkle of Salt and Youth

8 citations , October 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

MR antagonists may improve skin health and wound healing, especially in aging.

research Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists Stimulate Human Hair Growth ex vivo

1 citations , January 2019 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

Eplerenone, a mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist, was found to promote hair growth in human hair follicles.

research Pharmacovigilance profiles of three generations of mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists and network toxicology analysis

June 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

Spironolactone has the most side effects, including serious risks, while eplerenone and finerenone mainly affect the heart, kidneys, and metabolism.

research SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein S1-Mediated Endothelial Injury and Pro-Inflammatory State Is Amplified by Dihydrotestosterone and Prevented by Mineralocorticoid Antagonism

50 citations , November 2021 in “Viruses”

Spironolactone may help reduce COVID-19 severity in men by blocking harmful effects of certain hormones.

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