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spironolactone for Acne: The medicine is great for my acne. But, the headaches are really bad! In addition to the pain, my concentration is off and I end up with multiple periods. I am really looking for help on how to combat the headaches so I can actually take the drug for an extended period!
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spironolactone for High Blood Pressure: This drug has been a miracle for me. I had severe hypertension for 20 years and was taking the maximum dosage or more of all of the classes of medications. When Spironolactone was added, my blood pressure came down almost immediately. Since then, nearly all of my other medications have been stopped, I am feeling great, and my blood pressure is well controlled.
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spironolactone for Edema: Struggled with leg edema for 2.5 years before doctors blamed problem on a hormonal imbalance. 100mg a day has done wonders for my legs; noticed a difference within 3 days. I've even returned to running.
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Aldactone (spironolactone) for Acne: Being almost 30 and having cystic acne I began taking this as a last result. I tried all skin care lines....found myself using Clarins and my skin improved but still I was oily and breaking out on my neck and cheeks. After a couple of weeks I noticed I wasn't waking up with what seemed like a thick layer of oil on my face. I began to break out less and less. My Dermatologist upped my dose and now my painful cystic acne is gone and my skin feels great. Although I find myself very parched at times and you must watch your salt and alcohol intake. I like this medication.
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Aldactone (spironolactone) for Primary Hyperaldosteronism: The effect on blood pressure normalization is almost magic. However, after many years of use, the drop in testosterone has been significant. The drop in libido and desire caused a relationship to fail and the low testosterone aggravated a weight gain problem. By utilizing topical testosterone supplements, libido is much improved and weight loss is possible again.
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spironolactone for Acne: I had been on so many different types of pills and creams, from over the counter to prescription before my dermatologist recommended spironolactone. I have only been on it for about 3 months, but am already seeing results in my skin's appearance. I definitely recommend this to anyone still looking for something that can cure their acne. I have been suffering for about 15 years and just now I am starting to feel comfortable in my own skin. I can't wait to see it's full effects!
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spironolactone for High Blood Pressure: I am 55 year old male. Yes, this medication does what it is supposed to do. However, my side effect included slight breast development. Doctor has not taken me off this medicine. I am upset with the doctor for not warning me about this psychologically effect. Can not come off of it without a replacement apparently, so I am stuck.
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spironolactone for Edema: Love this medicine. Works wonders, it even has kept my blood sugars lower than usual (I'm a type 1 diabetic) BUT it WILL decrease your blood pressures so if you have normal blood pressure be very careful, if you overdose you could faint from low blood pressure. I take 50 milligrams 4 days before my period, sometimes earlier.
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spironolactone for Primary Hyperaldosteronism: I too have found Spironolactone to be a miracle drug for me. After 20 years of treatment for hypertension, I was taking three different anti-hypertensives and four large Potassium pills per day, and yet there was significant edema, especially in the lower legs, and my blood pressure at best was 150/90. I am now taking 100 mg of Spironolactone and 80 mg of Diovan (no Potassium). My ankles are slim and trim, my Potassium level is in the normal range and blood pressure is around 120/80. I experienced some breast development and tenderness, but that is now under control after my GP added Tamoxifen to my treatment regimen. I am also taking Lipitor, Androgel and Byetta, and have reversed the 30% weight gain of the past 20 years. I am a 69 year old male.
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spironolactone for Acne: Spironolactone has been a miracle drug for me. I've suffered from acne since the age of 11. I've tried every pill and cream that my parents could afford. Nothing has ever fully worked because my acne is hormone related. If it did help, my face would be red, peel, and break out again once I discontinued the product. A friend introduced me to spironolactone and my life has never been the same. It took a good 4 months for me to see even a slight difference. But 1.5 years later my face is clear and has been ever since. I would highly recommend spironolactone. Just be patient for the first 3-4 months, but you will see results.
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spironolactone for Acne: I was prescribed this from my dermatologist for my acne. I have been using it for the past 2 months and even though my acne is getting better I don't think they're all gone yet. The positive of this drug is I haven't seen any side effects. Make sure you drink a lot of water though.
I'll come back and give it a better rating once my acne is totally gone.
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Aldactone (spironolactone) for High Blood Pressure: This medicine treated high-blood pressure, water retention, acne, female/male pattern hair-loss, excessive, unwanted facial hair and is a potassium sparing medicine. It is ideal for sufferers of insulin resistance or pcos. Although it hasn't completely stopped the unwanted hair growth it has been the only thing that has made a significant difference by slowing it down drastically. It has also slowed the hair-loss down significantly in which I am very pleased with.
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spironolactone for Hirsutism: I have taken spironolactone for almost 3 years now and have been extremely pleased with it's effect on my hirsutism. I used to bleach my facial hair regularly and had dark hair on my arms. Now the fine hair on my face is blonde and hardly noticable and the arm hair is very light and thinner.
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spironolactone for Acne: I was diagnosed with polycystic ovaries a couple years ago, having missed a couple periods and showing increased testosterone levels in my bloodwork. My dermatologist was actually the one to prescribe spironolactone - for my acne. While I haven't noticed a huge difference in terms of my skin problems, my periods have finally gotten more regular (31- to 33-day cycle, approximately) when taking 45 mg/day. I've noticed no side effects while taking spironolactone.
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spironolactone for Primary Hyperaldosteronism: This medication worked wonders for me. I had virtually untreatable hypertension for nearly ten years. Once I was diagnosed with hyperaldosteronism and placed on Spironaldactone, my blood pressure returned to normal limits in a matter of weeks.
Side effects are significant and something of a nuisance, but have no detrimental effects on actual health or level of activity.
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