Spironolactone in Dermatology: Uses in Acne and Beyond

    August 2020 in “ Clinical and Experimental Dermatology ”
    Tamara Searle, Firas Al‐Niaimi, Fahad Ali
    Studysummary In this review, spironolactone is highlighted for its emerging use in dermatology, particularly for treating androgen-mediated conditions like acne and hirsutism in susceptible females, though it requires careful monitoring for potential adverse effects.
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