Spironolactone for acne – Request prescription online
- Often prescribed for hormonal acne and hair loss.
- Photo consultation with a dermatologist from only $59. Response within two business days. Insurance not necessary.
- State in the consultation form if topical or oral Spironolactone is preferred.*
*Your medication requests are reviewed by an independent board-certified dermatologist to make sure they are appropriate for your skin condition. The price of the medication is not included.
What is spironolactone?
Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill). This means that it helps your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low1.
Spironolactone comes in an oral and topical version.
Oral Spironolactone is FDA approved for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure2. However oral spironolactone are also prescribed to women by dermatologists for the treatment of hormonal acne3, hirsutism, and hair loss4.
What is oral spironolactone used for?
- Acne
- Hirsutism (excessive hair growth)
- Female androgenetic alopecia (hair loss)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Edema
- Hypokalemia
- Hypertension
- Primary Hyperaldosteronism
- Heart failure
Brands names of oral spironolactone
- Aldactone
- CaroSpir
How can you get spironolactone?
Do you need a prescription to buy spironolactone?
Yes, spironolactone can only be purchased with a prescription and should only be used under medical supervision as it has multiple drug interactions and may cause some uncommon but serious side-effects that should be monitored.
How can you get a spironolactone prescription?
You can request a prescription for spironolactone for acne, hair loss or excessive hair growth by having a virtual photo consultation with an online dermatologist. The starting price for an online photo consultation is $59, and you will receive an answer (along with your prescription if medically appropriate) within two business days.
Where can you buy spironolactone online?
Oral spironolactone (Aldactone) is widely available online and in physical pharmacies. However, with Miiskin and Skin Medicinals, you can also choose to have the medication delivered directly to your own home. Just mention this to your doctor.
How to get a spironolactone prescription online with Miiskin
- Select “Start your consultation” to sign-up with Miiskin.
- Download the Miiskin app and use the consultation form to request spironolactone.
- If medically appropriate, you will receive a prescription from a dermatologist.
- Buy your spironolactone in the pharmacy of your choice.
Process to getting a prescription for spironolactone
You can use the Miiskin app to connect with a healthcare provider through a photo-based virtual consultation. If the doctor determines after reviewing your case that spironolactone is the appropriate dosage for you, they will write a prescription for it, which you can pick up at any pharmacy.
Benefits of spironolactone for acne
Management of hormonal acne
Improvement of acne breakouts
Reduction in sebum production
Side effects of spironolactone
Mild side effects of oral spironolactone
- Male gynecomastia
- Breast tenderness
- Changes in sex drive
- Headache and dizziness
- Irregular menstrual cycles or spotting
- Unexpected breast tissue growth
- More frequent urination5
Serious side effects of spironolactone
- Allergic reactions (skin rashes, hives, itching)
- Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, increased thirst, dark yellow or brown urine, decrease in the amount of urine)
- Muscle weakness
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
- Low blood pressure
- Low sodium level (fatigue, weakness, confusion) 6
Spironolactone drug interactions
There are many medications that cannot be taken together with spironolactone, that is why you must tell your online dermatologist if you are taking any medicines or supplements before getting a prescription for spironolactone.
These medications should not be taken together with spironolactone
- Cidofovir
- Eplerenone
- Tranylcypromine
- Aspirin
- Ibuprofen
- Naproxen
- Other medications for blood pressure or heart disease
- Medicines for blood clots
- Other diuretics
- Potassium supplements
- Cortisone
- Muscle relaxants
- Cold/cough medicine 7
Start a photo-based virtual consultation to request spironolactone
References:
1https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/spironolactone-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20071534?p=1#
2https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554421/
3https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34250269/
4https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10010138/
5https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/19755-spironolactone-tablets
6https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/19755-spironolactone-tablets
7https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/19755-spironolactone-tablets
8https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/acne/derm-treat/hormonal-therapy