I'm 18, had accutane4 years ago, since then I've had problems getting my period. Cycle wasn't coming naturally (i could wait for 4 months and nothing), then I was on progesterone and started getting my period again, but cycle wasn't regular (+ 35 days). I stopped taking progesterone and waited to see if my body would take over on its own, didn't work. later I started taking spironolactone for facial hair reduction and acne, and I surprisingly got my period after 4months of nth, cycle is 18 days
I started taking spironolactone 50mg twice a day for just one week and had to stop it because I suffered from sever side effects like confusion,nausea,hyperventilation and fainting. that was two months ago and my period has also stopped,I used to get it every 23 days and now Im worried about it being this late. Is it normal for it to be this late? How do I get my period back ?
I was put on Spiro 50mg twice daily for acne last July. At month 1, I started getting 2 periods a month. Then my doc changed to 50mg once daily. At worst, I'd get period every 10 days and spotted for 10 days. At month 9, it was better. I'd get it every 19-21 days. But now at 1y1m, I started getting 1 period every 16-17 days again. I really don't want to go on BCP cuz I experienced irregular heartbeat while on Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo. Should I go off Spiro? Or is there other BCP that's better for me?
I've been prescribed Spironolactone and/or birth control to get what remains of my cystic acne under control (it has improved with a new topical regimen, but I still get some cysts around my period, which is somewhat irregular). I would prefer to avoid taking oral medication if possible, and am worried about weight gain. Are there side effects I should be worried about with Spironolactone, beyond potassium levels and increased urination?
I love Spironolactone! It changed my life. I've been taking is since I was 16 (I am 20 now), and for the most part, it has worked wonders. However, I occasionally bump up my dosage (150 mg now with no side effects) if I experience a break out. When I say breakout, I mean 3-4 pimple a month - not cystic and usually around my period. I'm scared that my face will go back to pre-spiro. Is that possible and is it normal to not be 100% clear after a certain amount of time on the medication. Thanks!
Hi! I am a female who has been taking Spironolactone for my acne for over a year noq. My dose was upped a few months ago to 100mg twice a day, and last month my period was very light (which is rare for me because I am anemic) and has not come yet this month. I stopped taking it about a week ago to see if my period would come/be normal without it. I am sexually active but we use condoms and pulling out every time. Do you think I should be concerned about a possible pregnancy? Thank you.