How does Aldactone (Spironolactone) work:

Aldactone (Spironolactone) is a potassium-sparing medication used as a diuretic medication for heart failure, liver disease and high blood pressure. However, it has also been found useful for hirsutism, acne and seborrhoea because it has anti-androgenic properties. Aldactone (Spironolactone) may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your physician.

Dosage & Administration:

The dose of Aldactone (Spironolactone) is usually slowly increased from 50 to 200 mg daily, taken at night. Aldactone (Spironolactone) may take six or more months to see improvement in the skin condition.

Side Effects:

• nausea
• diarrhoea
• drowsiness
• headache
• increased frequency of menstruation
• bleeding in the middle of the month
• amenorrhoea