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Could spironolactone result in a false positive pregnancy test, i read online it can elevate hcg levels?

Q: could spironolactone result in a false positive pregnancy test, i read online it can elevate hcg levels?

: It may interrupt or stop periods. Do not consult unauthorized online medical stuff. Ask your doc

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

It may interrupt or stop periods. Do not consult unauthorized online medical stuff. Ask your doc

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 2/28/2023

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

If you, a male, is taking spironolactone, why would you do a pregnancy test? Spironolactone can raise HCG levels.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 2/28/2023

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A member asked:

Could spironolactone result in a false positive pregnancy test, i read online it can elevate hcg levels?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr Seibert agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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