What is the Most Effective Dosage of Spironolactone to Fight Acne?
Oct 25, 2012
Is there a certain dosage that is considered the most effective for combating hormonal acne? A person is petite mid-thirties female. started on 100mg but felt poorly the first month they was on the prescription. They reduced their intake to 50mg, but wonder if they will not see the results with this lower dose?
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Dr. Melissa Chiang, MD, FAAD
Answered on May 13, 2018
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Dr. Melissa Chiang, MD, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology