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On Spironolactone 100 mg week 3. Acne has worsened in areas where it’s the most persistent. (Photo)

NotcutebutokAug 9, 2018
Am I purging? Should I increase my dose next month? Also, is it OK to have a microdermabrasion on spiro? Would it be effective?

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Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD

Thanks for your question.  Usually spironolactone is a helpful addition for adult women with acne and hair loss, but it does take time to work.  You might want to increase the dose to 100mg daily with the assistance of your doctor (if they agree with that dose), and also you might...

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Sarah B. Sawyer, MD

Hi there. I recommend connecting with your prescriber to answer this question for you individually, thbut ere is no interaction between these medicines and I have done this very thing in patients who are slower to respond to the Spironolactone. If your acne is truly hormonal in origin,...

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Laura A. Katz, MD

Spironolactone and trinessa do not have any specific interactions with each other.  However, spironolactone can cause menstrual irregularities. Triphasic birth control pills such as your trinessa can also sometimes cause menstrual irregularities on their own, altho it sounds like your issue...

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