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Lillya Aug 31st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I LOVE this stuff! I am 28 and recently suffered from a very serious bout of deep and large acne cysts around my chin and mouth area. I tried so many different things to get rid of my acne and this was one of the only things that helped. Cons: My derm told me it is ony effective on acne for women... Bottom Line: I think the improvements in my skin were also partly do to the new BC I started taking at about the same time - Yaz. Bit definitely the spiro played a HUGE part. I wish I would have started taking it sooner - then I wouldn't have all of these acne scars to deal with. Usage: Lillya has used this item for about a year. Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Maria, Boston, MA Aug 24th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: It has cleared up my skin drasticlly! Also, I've lost all the water weight caused by my birth control (about 5lbs). Cons: If I stop using it (even if I continue with the Differin), I get a pimple. BUT once I start taking it again, my pimple is gone in a matter of a day or two. Bottom Line: Last fall, my skin suddenly broke out and I tried everything to clear it up (ProActiv, Retinol, etc). Nothing worked until my dermotologist prescribed me spironolactone and differin. My skin was flawless within 3-4 months and just in time for my wedding! I'm 27 years old, and never thought that I would get acne at this age. I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone with acne! It's been a life saver! Recommended: Yes Usage: Maria has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Patie, Birmingham, AL Aug 19th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: May have lost some water weight. Cons: Has not cleared my skin at all. Possible headaches. Dry mouth. Bottom Line: Does not work for me. Have been on 100 mg/day for almost 2 months. Recommended: No Usage: Patie has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 7.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Andrea, Houston Aug 19th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: treats hormonal acne and leg edema Cons: TBD Bottom Line: Just started Spiro yesterday @ 25 mg twice daily (morning and lunch time). I have hormonal leg edema and acne - I had to plead with my derm to give this to me, but he finally gave in. Hope to see wonderful results as those listed here. Recommended: Yes Usage: Andrea has used this item for a day or two. Price Paid: 13.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

ElizabethDC, Milwaukee, WI Aug 16th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: I actually have seen huge improvements in my skin, it is covered by my insurance, ($7/mo), less time spent worrying about my face and more time spent doing things, I actually went to brunch with NO makeup on this week! Cons: If you currently have or have had a history of an eating disorder (me- bulimia) and/or low blood pressure you must have that checked bi-weekly by your doctor. Kind of annoying but worth it!! Bottom Line: I'm 29. Over the past 2 years I developed huge deep, lesions around my lower mouth and checks that would not go away, even on The Birth Control Pill, monthly facials and with all the acne.org products like it has in the past. I literally had to cry and beg for my Derm. to put me on the Spiro. after reading the reviews here. For some reason she was very skeptical. I started on the Sprio at 25 mg 2 times per day. I washed my face with Dan's cleanser, AM I use Oil of Olay for sensitive skin, SPF 15 and concealer, powder, PM, honestly, I'm lazy..I'm supposed to use Epiduo Gel .1-2.5% so I do a few times a week. After 4 weeks I bumped up to 50mg of Spiro 2 times per day. I just saw my Derm this week, it's been 10 weeks now and she was very happy with the results. When I told her I hadn't really been using the Epiduo Gel she was really surprised! Just keep reading reviews and be patient. What works for one women may not work for you remember. Recommended: Yes Usage: ElizabethDC has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 7.00 Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, Minnesota Aug 15th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: It works for me. Skin is smooth, acne free, and less oily. Cons: Stomach upset (taking it with a little toast helps me), dizziness and fatigue (lessened with time), more frequent stops at the restroom. Bottom Line: I had an unusual jump in testosterone that left my perfect skin a mess. At its worst, I had eighty-three large cysts on my face and jawline. After two months on the medication I have one. In combination, I use bactrim 50mg and Retin-A micro gel .01%. I take 50mg of spironolac. This is the exact regimine that my dermatologist has me on and it works great for me: Morning: wash face with Head and Shoulders regular shampoo, moisurize as needed with Canola oil (yes, the kind in the baking isle) Cosmetics are strictly Bare Minerals, no substitutes. I take 50mg spironolac on empty stomach. Evening:I wash with Head and Shoulders (also use for daily shampoo/conditioner so that hair oils don't get on my face), .5 gram of Retin-A micro, 50mg Bactrim. Moisture as needed. A note on Retin-A: This is the most costly part of my routine, but its an amazing product. I've used it since I was thirteen and have no wrinkles, freckles, visable pores, or other typical aging signs for som Recommended: Yes Usage: Reviewer has used this item for a few months. Price Paid: 20.00 Acne severity: severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

freefall, Memphis, TN Aug 15th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Clearer & smoother skin, reduced facial oil Cons: Dizziness and upset stomach for the first week or so, but definitely worth my trouble Bottom Line: I LOVE this stuff! I've tried just about everything out there, including accutane twice, without any lasting results. I'm 30 and I've had troubled skin since I was 12. Actually, "troubled" isn't the right word. I've had horrible, red, irritated, embarassing, god-awful skin since I was 12, which is never good on the old self-esteem. Right now, after over a year on Spiro, my skin is "manageable". My make-up usually goes on smooth. I don't have to do 1,000 touch-ups per day because I'm too oily. I feel much more confident, even in bad lighting. I take 100 mgs per day, but I'm thinking of bumping my dosage up to 200 mgs. Is anyone out there taking a 200 mg daily dose? I'd like to know how it's going for you if so. Spiro is a wonderful invention & I highly recommend it! Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

staci, dallas, tx Aug 14th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: weight loss, lower BP, happier Cons: abesoutly nothing Bottom Line: I have had horrible acne with cysts for 10 years now. As soon as I started taking this med. my face cleared up and had no oil. I for whatever reason feel happy now doc. does't know why, but I do. I just can't believe this... it's amazing. Recommended: Yes Usage: staci has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Anonymous, USA Aug 13th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Not sure there are any yet? Cons: No results after 2.5 weeks. I have been dizzy and light headed since beginning. Bottom Line: A friend suggested I ask my Derm about it because she had great success. Thus far after 2.5 weeks I have seen nor felt any changes. I do go to the bathroom more and have been consistently dizzy. I was prescribed 100/day ( 2x/day 50 mg). I am now only taking 50mg at night because of the fatique and feeling dizzy. Hoping it takes more time or I adjust so there are no side effects. Usage: Reviewer has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Lala, Germany Aug 12th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Weight loss, Skin seems like it's getting better slowly but surely, Pepperminty tasting pills Cons: Frequent urination, Makes me tired Bottom Line: I started using this a little over a month ago and now am up to 100 mgs a day. The pills taste like mints. I'm stilll dealing with acne problems but I have faith that this will work for me. I take these at the same time every day as directed. *Note try to take these before 6pm so you're not up all night running to bathroom. Recommended: Yes Usage: Lala has used this item for about a month. Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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