learn Spironolactone
powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
Search
forLearn
1 / 1 resultsResearch
5 / 904 results
research Diuretics
Diuretics can cause serious side effects and should be used carefully.
research Diuretics
Diuretics help the body get rid of excess salt and water by acting on the kidneys in different ways.
research Use of Mannitol Diuresis to Reduce Cisplatin Nephrotoxicity
Mannitol diuresis allows higher doses of cis-platinum for testicular cancer treatment without increasing kidney damage.
research Clinical Observation: Hyponatremia Associated With Diuretic Use and Urinary Retention in an Older Man
Older adults using diuretics should manage water intake carefully to avoid low sodium levels.
research Comments on the Letter on Hyponatremia Associated with Diuretic Use and Urinary Retention in an Older Man
Older adults on certain medications should be carefully monitored for urinary issues and low sodium levels.
Community Join
5 / 79 resultscommunity Minoxidil Eye Bags and Dark Circles
Minoxidil users report dark circles and eye bags. Solutions include water pills, caffeine serum, retinol, and collagen peptides.
community experience report: oral minoxidil + sodium reducing diuretic (furosemide)
The user reports taking high dosage oral minoxidil (10mg/day) for hair growth, which causes facial bloating. They tried using the diuretic furosemide to reduce bloating, but it was ineffective.
community Has anyone experienced swelling in the face or body while taking spironolactone?
A user experienced facial swelling while taking spironolactone for androgenic alopecia, despite its diuretic properties. They are unsure about increasing the dose due to this side effect.
community (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.
community Can I just start taking these spironolactone on my own?
A user is considering starting spironolactone for hair loss without consulting a dermatologist, as previous dermatologists only recommended biotin, vitamins, or PRP. The user notes that spironolactone is affordable in their country.