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Inci've lost 3kg since i started using spironolactone 2 weeks ago, should i stop it?, i've been using it for acne. i'm afraid i'll keep losing weight

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Stop it: I know of no value in treating acne with it. You are better off with topicals for acne anyway.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 4/1/2014

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Mild diuretic: This is likely to be water weight. Get with your physician and ask whether you need anything to be checked; this can cause derangement of electrolytes including potassium.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Inci've lost 3kg since i started using spironolactone 2 weeks ago, should i stop it?, i've been using it for acne. i'm afraid i'll keep losing weight

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Raff agreed

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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