I have been on 50mg for a few years. I went off of it last month because I started Lolo estrin birth control for my upcoming wedding. I didn't know if it was safe to take together, and I don't want to be on unnecessary medications. I don't have bad skin, I was originally put on it I think to level out hormones- and also I had kidney stones. My gyno had prescribed it and I just didn't know if I should continue. I have experienced more bloating without it and probably also from the birth control.
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Thank you for your question about Spironolactone. First I would encourage you not to change medication dosages without talking to your provider. Occasionally patients will need to increase the dosage after being on the medication for an extended period of time. It is also common to have a...
You can take the spironolactone and your thyroid pill in the AM. Your acne does look like the type that frequently responds to spironolactone , although it sometimes takes a few months. I frequently use it for adult women who I think a mild hormone irregularity may be contributing to the ac...
Yes spironolactone can cause a rash that will sometimes go away on its own. The rash is usually on the feet but it can be anywhere. However spironolactone can also cause what is called a stevens johnson syndrome reaction so if you get any sudden severe worsening of the rash, headaches,...
