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Spironolactone is a type of oral medication called an anti-androgen that is sometimes prescribed to females. Androgens are male hormones that are present...

Spironolactone is a type of oral medication called an anti-androgen that is sometimes prescribed to females. Androgens are male hormones that are present in both males and females that lead to more acne, and spironolactone helps reduce androgens.

It is usually taken once or twice a day, around the same time(s), preferably with a meal.

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November 3, 2006

Pros:

miraculous results, my skin cleared in 2 months on this drug!! The diuretic effect was great for PMT bloating and general water retention.

Cons:

Nothing, I did not experience any side effects on this drug and started on 100mg a day.

After having terrible congested skin for 15 years (I am now 30)my skin was so battle scarred and I was at my wits end thinking nothing was ever going to work. Over the years I have tried every acne medication, top brand glycolic cleansers, paid a fortune for micro dermabrasion to no avail. I tried the BC pill Yasmin and saw effects after 3 weeks but unfortunately had to go off it as it turned me into a complete raving lunatic. I went to the best dermatolagist in Sydney who specialises in Acne, she told me my type of acne comes from the INSIDE as it is hormonal and that is where you must treat it. She prescribed Spiro and I must say I am absolutely shocked at how well it works this stuff is a GODSEND!!!!! at last acne free skin.
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November 3, 2006

Pros:

clear skin in 3 months on 100mg a day

Cons:

no period on some months

I would recommend it for acne but keep track of your period and take it as your doctor suggests.
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October 17, 2006

Pros:

It' scheap and easy to use.

Cons:

I've been on it for almost 3 months with no change in sight... :(

How long does this take to work???
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October 17, 2006
I am 30 and have had "bad" skin since I was 15.I have been on the BCP for 15 years now and three moths ago I decide to take a break from them.Well"BAD" misteak.My face has been pimple zone for the last month. All I want to do is stay home and my self esteem has gone down the tubes!I went to see a great derm and he suggested I get a procedue done using levulan(sp)and light therapy.As well he prescribed me Yasmine and Spironolactone 100mg,and clindoxyl gel.For the last month I have been following his orders.Well I have seen no results.My face has these big under the surface pimples.I found this website and started reading to see if anyone has been going through the same.Anyhoo, =)Canada suggested using CLEARASIL ULTRA daily cleaner and CETAPHIL moisturizer.Today I see the results.I have started taking 200 mg of spironolactone every morning and in the evening wash with CLEARASIL, then CETAPHIL(wait for it to dry) and apply clindoxyl. I pray this is going to work.Thank-you =) Canada!!!
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October 13, 2006

Pros:

I have been on spiro for about 9 months, 100mg a day. I have had wonderful results. I had moderate acne/some cysts and now an occassional blemish. I have had no side effects from this medication.

Good Luck!

Cons:

none

try it!
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October 13, 2006

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Few side effects, amazing results!

Cons:

I'm afraid it'll stop working!
Diuretic affect in combo with yasmin sucks, but it's manageable and diminishes with time.

Spiro saved my skin! After a half-course of accutane (side effects made me stop), countless prescription/over the counter meds, and increasingly terrible cystic acne, research led me to discover spiro. My acne started at age 21 when I went from high-hormone bc pills/no period for 4 yrs to lower hormone pills and started having my period. Yasmin by itself did nothing for me, unfortunately, but when the doc added 100mg spiro/day to the regimen, in combination with benzaclin morning and tazorac/benzaclin pm, my skin cleared perfectly. Now people ask why my skin's so clear! I still get blackheads/zits, but overall it's amazing how the cysts and pimples vanished within less than two months (it's been a year now).
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October 8, 2006

Pros:

affordable

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This product is a miracle!!I highly recommeded it. I have been suffering from severe acne for over 15 years and nothing worked. I have been to several different dermatologists,until finally one day I met one who perscribed me sprionolactone. This answered my prayers. 50mg of Sprionlolactone in conjuction with a Birth Control pill is highly effective. It takes at least 6weeks to see a significant improvement. But it is definitely worth the wait. Ever since i started taking it i have not had a pimple in two months. Ance is an internal problem not external. The topical meds make help acne but it will not cure it. Spironolactone will cure your acne. Trust me!!! and it's safe to take!!! and affordable!!! you don't have anything to lose. I wanted to share this helpful advice with anyone who is suffering from chronic acne!!
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October 4, 2006

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I'm 49 yrs old, been on Spiro 50 mg 2xday for about 6 yrs. A godsend! I couldn't tolerate BC pills so that was out. No other treatment or RX worked. Spiro is magic for me. I occasionally stop to see if I've finally 'outgrown' it but not yet.

Spiro is a lifesaver and I'm THRILLED. People often comment on my lovely complexion--those words were NEVER heard in my life before using Spiro!!!
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