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Aldactone is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. In some cases, it is also used to treat excessive hair (hirsutism) in women.

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What is another name for Aldactone?

Spironolactone


What is another name for spironolactone?

Aldactone


What is alcadone?

I find nothing under this name in medicine. Did you mean aldactone ?


What foods to avoid when taking aldactone?

Since aldactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic it is important not to drink orange juice in excess, or eat too many oranges or bananas, as well as any other potassium rich foods.


What is Spironolact used for?

Spironolactone, also known by the trade name Aldactone, is a synthetic, steroidal antimineralcorticoid agent with two primary uses. One is as a diuretic for those with heart failure. It is also used as an antiandrogen in hormone replacement therapy as spironolactone is an inhibitor of androgen production.


What is spironolact for?

Spironolactone, also known by the trade name Aldactone, is a synthetic, steroidal antimineralcorticoid agent with two primary uses. One is as a diuretic for those with heart failure. It is also used as an antiandrogen in hormone replacement therapy as spironolactone is an inhibitor of androgen production.


What is spironolact?

Spironolactone, also known by the trade name Aldactone, is a synthetic, steroidal antimineralcorticoid agent with two primary uses. One is as a diuretic for those with heart failure. It is also used as an antiandrogen in hormone replacement therapy as spironolactone is an inhibitor of androgen production.


What diaretic is potassium sparing?

Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic commonly used to treat conditions like heart failure, high blood pressure, and edema. It works by blocking aldosterone receptors in the kidneys, leading to increased excretion of water and sodium while retaining potassium in the body.


What are some hair loss solutions for women?

Minoxidil 2% is a topical treatment that can be prescribed by a dermatologist. However at this time it has not been approved by the FDA. Other treatments include Spironolactone (under the brand name Aldactone), Tagamet, and oral contraceptives. It is best to discuss your options with your doctor. http://www.americanhairloss.org/women_hair_loss/treatment.asp


How much mg of Aldactone should be taken for hair loss?

well my endo and my derm both agreed to put me on 200mg per day, i believe that for regrowth, you need at least 100mg. it is however in my opinion better to start with 50 or even 25 and increase the dosage progressively, that way your body tolerance increases too and the side effects are a lot milder :)


What is the prognosis for a patient with hirsutism?

Birth-control pills alone cause this condition to stabilize in one of every two patients and to improve in one of every 10. When spironolactone (Aldactone) is prescribed to suppress hair growth, 70% of patients experience improvement.


What can be wrong if you dont get your period for a year?

If you have any of these other characteristics, it could be Polycyctic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): * thicker hair on your face, chest, back or lower belly ("happy trail") * prediabetes or type 2 diabetes * weight gain around the middle of your body Treatment for PCOS is generally birth control pills (to regulate periods), Aldactone (to reduce hair growth), and a pill to regulate insulin levels. For a little more info: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/polycystic-ovary-syndrome/DS00423