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Does spironolactone cause irregular periods/menstruation?

January 30, 2015
Asked By:JoyDivision in New York, NY

I have been taking spironolactone for 3 months. during this time my periods have become very irregular, as in every 15 days. Is this a common side effect?

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Answer: Yes it can

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