Spironolactone Side Effects - Should I take it?

[@daisymarquez3869]

I was using spironolactone and birth control for almost over two years but I just ran out. While my period was regulated, my facial hair had VERY LITTLE CHANGES. I recently found Mayo D-Chiro Inositol with Folic Acid and I am taking Saw Palmetto capsules as well. I started with taking vitamin d, fish oil, calcium tablets every day and drinking spearmint tea (when I can) twice a day. Hoping this helps me regulate my period without birth control and reduce my hirsutism (which is the thing that annoys me the most) :)

[@AgataPawlak]

I am not sure why you are taking calcium? Maybe I am missing something? Usually most of population has way too much calcium and is missing potassium and magnesium so I am curios. Apart from that the supplement regimen looks great but one word of warning: if you will still be mentally or physically stressed, or will have a bad diet supplements will do nothing. They are just a slight boost to lifestyle. So focus on lifestyle first sleep well, eat well, try not to stress (I know easier said than done 😅) and then hope for supplements. Otherwise it's like eating a huge cake after the salad :D Sure its better than no salad at all . But salad will have real chance to work without cake :D

[@AnthonyJones-es3cn]

Thanks so much for this info. I have had many of the side effects but the doc mainly ignores my complaints So i will be halving my dose ASAP

[@thiccletics]

I’m so mad. I am trying to build muscle and realized this is counterintuitive

[@NancyGarcia-om6is]

I started this for Acne reasons. I get headaches and my blood pressure is low. I also feel very low on energy.BP range is 88/60

[@YowieWowie_Fireflies]

Hi Doctor. I'm a healthy 30 yr/ Male with no pre-existing disease, I'm just diagnosed with adult ADHD, hence my psychiatrist prescribed me to use the below mentioned medicines. *Methylphenidate - 20 mg SR ( once in morning ) *Modafinil - 200 mg. ( once in morning ) * Melatonin - 3 mg ( once in night ) I also suffer from male pattern baldness ( Androgenic Alopecia) , hence my dermatologist prescribed me to use the below mentioned medicines only at night. *Dutasteride - 0.5 mg *Spironolactone - 100 mg Here's my 3 main concerns and I need ur kind intervention. 1) Does these 5 medicine interact with each other and invalidate or reduce the effectiveness of either drugs ? 2) Does the usage of Spironolactone on long term led to development of type 2 diabetes? 3) Does long term use of Spironolactone cause renal kidney impairment failure ( acute / chronic kidney disease ) ? I'm really afraid and concerned. Please help me on this. Thanks in advance doctor.

[@lisaaudy352]

What is a typical dose for facial hair and acne. I’m taking 25mg daily because I’m on testosterone therapy, and I hate the facial hair side effect. Spironolactone helps with facial hair for sure, but I am experiencing itching. Ughh

[@shaudajohnson4356]

I was told it could cause genital ambiguity if u were to get pregnant..I was progressing so well with it.. at least I felt that way..sigh

[@katebee2945]

Hey there first, I was out on put on spironolactone for cystic acne. I have been on it since 12/29/22 and stopped taking it yesterday 9/30/23. For the past 4-5 months or so I have been experiencing severe swelling in my feet and legs and also a major increase in weight gain. I am 5’8 and went from weighing 176 lbs to 202 lbs. this has affected my mental health so much. I also work from home so I thought the swelling could be from that too at first but then it just increased and got even worse. I’m also constipated, and was prior due to some pain medication I was put on so it’s just gotten so much worse. My acne however has gotten better. I also have seen blood in my stool but thought that was from the pushing with the Constipation. Then my feet were getting these really bad Charlie horses. I got blood work done recently and my potassium was actually low. Has anyone else experienced these side effects or shed some light on why this may have happen. Thank you all for any help/information !!

[@catsandlashes]

im sorry this was your experience! Is there an update on how you're doing now and what was going on?

[@annabreanna2046]

Late to the post! These are my exact symptoms. I started Spiralactone about 1 month ago. My body feels so swollen all the time. I also have seen a significant weight gain of about 10 pounds I literally watch my diet and walk at least 8k steps a day. I hope stopping the meds will reverse this!

[@simplesara115]

I found your radio by looking for side effects of spironolactone. I currently take it for acne and have been for about four years it completely cleared my skin however I am having horrible kidney infections and realize it’s from this medication. I am going to get off it can you direct me to your videos to keep my skin clear thank you

[@AgataPawlak]

Actually I might have a separate video about overall skin problems which will include all of the below. Check those ones for now. I noticed that going keto cleared my skin completely. Out of it for a month now and my skin is horrendous.... So definitely look into your insulin resistance and adressing your diet. Others are just additional solutions 👇🏼 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJnPqo17rqaHf9U kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGjGk4Fun5dnidU kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZCbl36OaqashpI

[@Ctaylormakeup]

WTF...My dermatologist just prescribed this to me. It's a hell no for me! Whoa

[@realhousewifeoftransylvania1.0]

Is this youtuber even a physician?! You're just going to pisten to one youtuber?! Lol!

[@mariamorenavicente]

Hello! Great and clear video! Due to electrolytes and mineral imbalances it may be contraindicated if one have osteoporosis, right? On the other hands, does it cause weight gain?

[@joannastur985]

This medicine made me so dizzy and gave me horrible brain fog too ☹️

[@fabiennebethmann]

I’m on 100 mg spironolactone for more than 1 1/2 years for my acne...I never knew about these huge side effects but know everything makes sense for me. My mouth is always dry, i got less of red platelets, i lost my period for more than three months etc. I always thought I have to much androgen and that’s why I’m taking it but now you’re telling me that this side effect doesn’t make sense if i really have to much androgen. I’m so confused right now and i have no idea what to do. I mean...my skin got better but not totally clear and the improvement can also be caused by my healthy lifestyle I changed to. What do you think...should i stop taking it?

[@fabiennebethmann]

Sorry for the long message...but I’m lost :(

[@AgataPawlak]

If you have all these side effects make sure you talk to your health provider and address them. I cannot recommend you to quit medication since I am not a doctor and I don't have a full picture on your health profile. But bring those side effects to them and ask what they say. Loss of period for a long time ( is not great for you either so I am sure they will come up with some solution.

[@sophiamekhael3620]

hiiii I’m on 100 a day too and I was wondering I’m spotting so much rn like I don’t have a period rly but it’s like just a rly dark spotting did that happen for u?

[@llisagomez5706]

Lower your dosage

[@vickyvicky-qp1fz]

i am very very dizzy on this medication i experience vertigo a lot

[@AgataPawlak]

Oh no that sound's awful. Hope it improves soon!

[@AsianPersuasionnnn]

Ok but what lipstick is this 😭😭😭🥺

[@mtlntb2783]

Hi Agata! Can you suggest natural remedies or lifestyle changes to help with hormonal acne? I have Pcos, I’m not on birth control and I have normal periods. I started this medication just yesterday and I feel like a truck hit me. I’m so tired I can barely type this. 😫

[@AgataPawlak]

I am sorry for the late answer yes going low carb or keto can help for sure if your problem is insulin resistance that causes high testosterone and DHT. If its adrenal androgens then adaptogenic herbs rest and destress should help!

[@annaszczesna6310]

I have been on spironolactone for only a little over 2 months and I do not feel well lately. I have been having stomach issues etc. but now week ago I developed extreme nausea and very bad metallic taste in my mouth which is very scary. I’m going to see the dermatologist in 4 days and he will most likely refer me for a blood work. After I started feeling really bad I stopped the medication as I’m worried about the kidney.

[@asmashah981]

Hopefully all is good. Did the pain go away?

[@annaszczesna6310]

@@asmashah981 unfortunately I’m still not feeling well. I’m not sure that medication is the reason for it or maybe it is something else that’s going on. Will have to get checked. As I have lots of pain now in the lower right side of my back :(

[@asmashah981]

@@annaszczesna6310 hopefully it's something minor and it's good that your going to see a dr. Id think that it would go away within a week. But my dr. informed me that an upset stomach is highly unlikely to happen. and I was on it for 4-5 months.

[@asmashah981]

@@annaszczesna6310 Hey! I was wondering if your kidneys were alright after getting tested.

[@annaszczesna6310]

@@asmashah981 I got the blood work done and doctor called me all is fine. Within norms so idk what was going on. In my opinion sometimes we are so sensitive to certain chemicals that blood may not show right away??

[@Coreof143]

I’m experiencing itchiness it feels like something crawling on me 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@Shrut-patel]

I m taking this medicine and i m experience diarrhea nausea stomach cramps is it becoz of this medicine? Please help. I already stopped taking it from yesterday

[@Vibewithkeara]

Same

[@Shrut-patel]

@@Vibewithkeara I stopped taking it and my skin freaked out. But from now my health is my priority. On Monday i have an endoscopy appointment because my symptoms doesn't go away and i m sure it's because of spironolactone

[@deanie3984]

I went to the dermatologist and got prescribed spironolactone and I immediately maybe three weeks I shouldn’t say immediately started having really bad mood swings and I did have headaches in the beginning but now I’m extra sensitive I have big mood swings and though it did completely clear of my skin I’m not easy to be around so I’m thinking of quitting

[@lawanaj7573]

Hi I just came across your video I love your knowledge of things I just got diagnosed with PCOS and yes I was prescribe spironolactone 50mg I’ve been on it for three months now and it’s been working for me I feel like I’m gaining weight around my stomach area where I’ve always had a flat stomach before do you have any suggestions on what I could do to lose the weight around my mid area

[@AgataPawlak]

Gaining weight around stomach area can mean few things like high cortisol for example. If the problems started with spironolactone it would be worth talking to your doctor about it and make some more blood tests. Sorry, wish I could help more ❤️

[@tokkiesteyl4440]

I am 66. I developed swelling all over-my body. Had a metallic arterial valve replacement. Also hypothyroidism. Can I just stop the spiracten, although my cardiologist prescribed it with ferosemide and plenish k.

[@markczarny7088]

As a male i get hard nipples almost painful and was throwing up every other daynausea but i have lots of issues going on s well it seems to work as a diuretic but suffered potasium retention think ill go back to floresamide

[@alyzz26]

Hi I started taking spironolactone back in November and since January until now I’ve been getting my period twice a month now. Is this one of the symptoms and who should I contact about this problem?

[@AgataPawlak]

It could be. It might be more complicated but Spironolactone is influencing your hormones to it can have cascading effect. Contact your doctor who prescribed you the medication as soon as you can. 🤗

[@Nathalie922_]

Im having the same issue

[@ellacardona8243]

Ok see for me I've been on it for almost a year and my periods are so irregular and I haven't had it in almost 40 days

[@foreversimgirl828]

@@ellacardona8243 that’s the problem I’m having 😭

[@abbykatarina6823]

How do you feel about soy? I recently read about how it could lower androgens and testosterone after thinking it’s a big No. How do you feel about it

[@AgataPawlak]

If I'm completely honest I would avoid it. I just read an article now checking this and it seems like man who eat a lot of soy can develop breast tissue. And what does it tell us? What we already know about soy that it raises Estrogen in the body. So yes testosterone may be lowered due to the fact that the estrogen levels are higher. It's kind of like the pill works. However, we with PCOS do not want to have to high Estrogen naturally because it can cause other areas of problems. I would compare this solution to old joke hit your leg so your head doesn't hurt. Works? works but really just covers the problem doesn't it ? :D

[@abbykatarina6823]

@@AgataPawlak thank u!

[@fatimadaaif8257]

i am taking spironolacton 8 Month now for hormons acne . but i am Spotting a lots so is spironolacton can cause that

[@AgataPawlak]

Spironolactone can cause all over hormonal imbalance because hormones influence each other. However it is only my guess! So please ask your doctor!

[@fatimadaaif8257]

@@AgataPawlak thank you

[@fridakahlo4225]

It does cause spotting. That's why I stopped taking.

[@sophiamekhael3620]

@@fridakahlo4225 hi omg I’m on it now and like I don’t even have a real period I just am spotting and it’s like a rly dark color how was urs ??

[@fridakahlo4225]

@@sophiamekhael3620 mine was light and pinkish. I used to have my periods in every 32 days or so. After starting to take spiro, my periods drifted apart. I started to have them like every 35 days. And it shortened the time too. They used to last for 5-6 days before spiro. After spiro, it was just 3-4 days. And between my 35 days apart periods, I started to have pink spottings. It was a mess. I did not want to sacrifice my own natural cycle so I stopped taking it. It was very unfortunate because spiro was tolerated well by my body. And it cured my hair loss. My body hair became thinner and thinner. My oily forehead was gone. Now I have to figure it out all by myself again :(

[@gap3077]

dose your responed to long term use of sparalacton dose your body need male or frmale produce such as for hair gtow when sparalacto ids stopped and hair lose become a problem

[@crazyhoney1]

So this makes me sleepy and so tired. And sometimes headaches Sl should I stop taking them? Ans also my dermatologist told me to take both minoxidil and spironolactone together. Is that a good idea?

[@epabaral2447]

May i know what healthy life atyle u r referring to?

[@priscillacuesta5203]

I am taking it and have been on it for 7 months. It’s been the only thing to clear my skin. I tried changing my lifestyle and diet for a year but spiro was the only thing to really help 🥺 but I have noticed more frequent periods and my hair has become so frizzy and full of static I don’t know what to do about that !!!!!

[@sweetteejay]

How many mg

[@Amralux]

Ive started spironolactone 50mg 3 days ago. No side effects yet. Im worried 😦

[@AgataPawlak]

Don't be worried yet. Some people call it "a miracle pill" on forums. Just make sure you stay hydrated and see how you go 😊 Let me know how you feel 🤗

[@Amralux]

@@AgataPawlak thanks boo

[@simranm1783]

Hi! How are you doing now. Planning on starting it this week

[@MdLiton-se1bw]

What Skin reaction peeling? Purge?

[@palotnott6608]

Is pfizer aldactone spironolactone safe?

[@user-wu6kb1yx6j]

CAN SPIRONOLACTONE CAUSE BROCKEN BLOOB VESSELS OF THE EYES

[@briangingras5886]

I take 100mg of spironolactone a day originally started with 25 2 times a day increased I feel light-headed most of the time during my day I have to have a talk with my doctor this is quite light-headed for me but I'm not dizzy Persei like my head spins that doesn't happen

[@mira6413]

Hey I`m transgender (mtf - male to female) and wanted to start spironolactone as my anti androgen pill first because i have acne second because i found that this might be more gentle for my body than androcur (Cyproteronacetat) will the breast growth still be a problem and should i still consult my doctor?

[@Lakota_Wolf]

I got put on it for hair loss , byt git way more haur loss put on it. Greying of the hair. Thyroid problem & now PCOS . Dont think i had sny of this until i git put on it. I csne off and list even mire hair , started getting hair mn my body i never had. More facial hair and teeth & gum problems. I wish i never went on it, because I'm worser off. My period suffered too. And my mental health got worse. I dont like going out anymore and get suicidal 😢

[@BadGirlsRunIt]

God bless you 🥺 you’re worth living for! Don’t give up on yourself 🫶🏽

[@gucciciora]

I wanted spironolactone for my hairloss /thining,but the general practitioner does't want to give it to me,she sais it s not related and dangerous, can cause what U said kidney failure etc ...I will try spearmin tea , and continue the ashwaganda,hair multi vit,sea collagen, vit D and what I do in the hopes it'll grow back to what it was. In any case, I wanted to test my blood again too see if Ferritin raised in the last 3 months after taking Heme Iron(was only 45 and for hair gain must be above 100). If you know what else to test among Ferritin, Tsh t3 t4,testosteron and Dhea-s,please let me know, I really appriciate it.