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Acne.org’s Real World Take
“Spiro” has been shown to work in a real and noticeable way most of the time. However, messing with hormones is messing with hormones and it’s best to proceed with caution.
Antiandrogen
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Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Spironolactone? Rate It:
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February 1, 2008
Cons:
Don't know yet
I wanted to respond to people's questions about how it effects your birth control and pregnancy. Be very careful if you're trying not to get pregnant, make sure you're taking the pill on time every day and if you don't wear a condom.
You also shouldn't take it when you're pregnant since it messes with your hormones. I actually no doctor in their right mind that would let you.
I will post in a few weeks with how well it has worked for me, keep your fingers crossed!
June 21, 2012
Pros:
none
Cons:
keep breaking out. having more peroids. dizzy.
very unhappy. not sure if i havent been taking it long enough to see results. hear such good things about this drug. am i not patient enough? have tried so many other treatements.
May 11, 2011
Pros:
Too soon to tell
Cons:
Frequent urination, fatigue, muscle weakness
I *think* this may be clearing up my VERY oily skin and acne, but my main concern is my libido. I almost got divorced over my complete loss of all sexuality about 8 years ago, and finding a doc who would listen to me and allow me to take testosterone supplementation saved my marriage. I'm worried that now the Spironolactone will counteract that. My derm told me it only blocks the receptors in the facial area, but it seems that if the side effects are systemic the blocking would be too. Have anyone of you experienced a drop in libido or sexual dysfunction on this? I've only been on it a week, but I'm so afraid I'll have to trade clear skin for staying married... :(
January 31, 2009
Pros:
I take one prescription Tab 50mg once a day. In Jan 2006 I was started on two tabs daily, but my potsassium level rose to 5.0. I was told the maximum safe level is 5.1.
Cons:
I am a guy, aged 64. One year ago I developed a full beard for the first time in my life. My wife says my voice is lower now. In early 2006 I developed tenderness in my breasts which have now become a pair of female type breasts.
Plus side: I had dangerously low potassium levels. I'm OK now. I have to cut back on potassium rich foods. No bananas (my favorite). Negative side: I jiggle when I jog. I use an exercse bra at the gym. I dress and shower at home. I can't take my shirt off in public. I now know what females go thru when growing breasts. They may be "cute" but it hurts! They stopped growing several months ago. I think that were I to wear bras on a regular basis (which I don't)I would need a 40A to 40B. I am 6'4" and my formerly flat chest was 40 inches. Hmm. No, I've never tried to get milk from them nor do I pass myself off as female. I just avoid getting suntans in public.
May 2, 2008
Pros:
Not sure
Cons:
Still oily
I just started using Spironolactone 3 days ago. I am taking 50mg/day. I have really oily skin and I breakouts on my chin mostly. My face is still really oily. Does it take awhile for it to work? Maybe it is because I take the pill at night? That is what my doctor told me because I have another pill that I take in the morning (Oracea) along with benocline.Any thoughts?
November 12, 2007
Pros:
Ive only been on this for a few days now but it has seemed to calm my skin down somewhat already. For instance, less inflamation.
Cons:
I couldn't really list any cons at this point. I've really just started it but I do feel somewhat tired, which i read some others experienced as well.
I really hope this is the answer to my specific problem which is occasional cysts. Ive never (knock on wood) really had all over acne. Just the occasional cyst that pops up usually close to (mainly before) my period. Since im so hypersensitive about my skin these really, really bother me. I was even considering going on accutane although my situation is not as desperate as most who go on accutane. Its just that nothing really seems to work for these deep and hard cysts. I really hope this is the answer and i will update all of you who are also concerned with your own cystic acne.
March 6, 2013
Pros:
Not as dangerous as Accutane. No side effects.
Cons:
My daughter is 16 and has really red acne all over her face and right shoulder and back. We tried EVERYTHING topical, antibiotics, took a blood test to make sure liver, thryoid and hormones were ok. Nothing worked. She has been on Spiro for 4 weeks and shows no improvement. Hopefully she will soon. She is so depressed about it.
Don't know......
February 9, 2011
Pros:
Too early to tell
Cons:
I was having stomach pain when I was taking two at a time each day (50 mg) however I started taking one pill in the morning and one at night and I havent had the stomach pain since.
My doctor suggested this medication because I have very oily skin and cystic acne. I have been on it for about 3 weeks but I havent noticed any changes yet. My skin is still oily and I still have some cysts. Does anyone recall how long it took for this medication to work?
December 5, 2007
Pros:
I really have not seen results. I been on it for 2 wks .
Cons:
none
Im actually interested on everyone one else skin regimine. I, use Arnuad cleanser.Duac(ben perx) Evening I use Tazorac cream. Im 27 yr female and this is the year where it has really gooten worse. Depressed, angry.If anyone has advice...pleassse let me know. realtorbedoy@[link removed]
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!!!
Pros:
Don't know yet