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After stopping Accutane because I didn't feel good on it, my dermatologist prescribed 100 mg/day of Spiro. I know many people have worse acne than me but I have persistent acne on my chin and jawline that definitely lowers my confidence. I had p&p rosacea on my cheeks that even my 2 months of low dose accutane cleared up which was great! I'm scared that will come back and of course it would be nice to have otherwise clear skin. My question is: has anyone suffered adverse side effects on spiro? I've also been on Seasonale (birth control) for the past 4 years if that makes a difference. I would love clear skin but not at the expense of my body. I have read lots of reviews of people saying they experienced weight gain and breast growth (mine are already proportionately too big - I really don't want this!!) but I am just wondering how common these side effects are. My derm only mentioned dizziness to me.
Hi Just Valley!
I have been on Spiro for over 2 years. When I first started taking Spiro I noticed an increase in having to pee, but also was drinking water like a race horse. I would have a bit more recurrent headaches in the very beginning as my body adjusted, but after 2+ months those subsided. I have not gained any weight, I've actually lost some and kept it off. I am now at 125 mg. Started at 50+ BC, upped to 75+ Yasmin, now 125mg no BC.
Wishing you the best!!
That's very reassuring, thank you! I think I've been on it for about a month now and I agree - if anything I've lost weight! I've still been breaking out a bit though. Does that take a while to stop? Also did you notice your skin looked older? I've seen quite a few posts from people saying the drug caused premature aging of their skin.
2 hours ago, JustValley said:That's very reassuring, thank you! I think I've been on it for about a month now and I agree - if anything I've lost weight! I've still been breaking out a bit though. Does that take a while to stop? Also did you notice your skin looked older? I've seen quite a few posts from people saying the drug caused premature aging of their skin.
Yes, I did break out for a solid 3 months. I also had changed my BCP one month in which I am sure had something to do with it. Also, I uppdated my dose and would breakout when that happened. My skin is definitely not prematurely aging, it make be a genetic and personal thing. I have a pretty good skincare routine, people will comment on my skin, say I look late 20s and I'm 34. So I would say I don't feel that is an issue for me. I am mostly vegan and drink a ton of water. Again, all of these things are personal factors. Just have patience, it does work, but takes time to balance!!
21 hours ago, CarpeMomentum said:On April 21, 2016 at 11:01 AM, JustValley said:That's very reassuring, thank you! I think I've been on it for about a month now and I agree - if anything I've lost weight! I've still been breaking out a bit though. Does that take a while to stop? Also did you notice your skin looked older? I've seen quite a few posts from people saying the drug caused premature aging of their skin.
Yes, I did break out for a solid 3 months. I also had changed my BCP one month in which I am sure had something to do with it. Also, I uppdated my dose and would breakout when that happened. My skin is definitely not prematurely aging, it make be a genetic and personal thing. I have a pretty good skincare routine, people will comment on my skin, say I look late 20s and I'm 34. So I would say I don't feel that is an issue for me. I am mostly vegan and drink a ton of water. Again, all of these things are personal factors. Just have patience, it does work, but takes time to balance!!
Thank you so much!! I feel a lot better now! My derm didn't explain anything to me lol