I've just started spiro a couple of weeks and amazingly, I'm starting to see some promising results. (my acne isn't too severe but it was bad enough)

I started taking Alesse about a month ago (before I started the spiro) and from what I understand this OC is one of the 'bad' ones in that it's high in the androgen category.

I'm in my mid 40s and in perimenopause and I thought going on the OC would help my acne but obviously my doctor didn't know better. (I'm starting to really get annoyed with the medical profession)

I used Ortho years ago and had no problems with it and I've never tried Yaz or Diane 35. (apparently Diane 35 and spiro are not a good combination)

I had used Alesse in the past without problems which is why I went back to it.

I just started a new pack about 8 days ago and I'm concerned if I stop taking the pills mid-way, what would happen to my system. (other than to cause a period) I'm aware that spiro can cause menstrual irregularities. So far I haven't experienced any of the side effects I've read about. (dizziness, nausea, etc.)

I'll be seeing a doctor to get a medical opinion.

Any thoughts? Should I finish off this current pack of Alesse and stop taking OC altogether?

btw, I'm not with a partner or sexually active so becoming pregnant is not a concern.