I was on 50mg of Spironolactone for a month. Then my derm increased the amount to 100mg about 3 weeks ago. How long does this take to kick in? Will it help prevent cystic breakouts? Also, I've been reading on some acne boards that certain manufacturers don't work as well. Is there any truth to this?
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Answer: How Long Does It Take to See Results from Spironolactone?
No one knows whether saw palmetto actually works...in several studies it was no different than a placebo...its proponents believe it functions to block conversion of testosterone into its active form (DHT) while others credit it with anti-inflammatory effects, a blocker of the androgen receptor...
I usually use accutane (along with birth control in female patients) as an "exclusive" medication because:1) accutane is such a powerful and effective medication, it usually does not need any "partners" to help clear up acne2) accutane has a lot of side effects, including, most commonly, dryness...
Spironolactone is an excellent treatment for cyclic acne. As other doctors have mentioned, it is used 'off-label' for the treatment of acne, though it is routinely used by dermatologists across the country. It takes approximately three months to see the full improvement from taking...