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Aldactone

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Aldactone, also known by its drug name spironolactone, is a diuretic sometimes prescribed off-label to treat hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in women. Here are some key points about Aldactone for HS:

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Aldactone

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Hello, does anyone here have experience with aldactone? What were your results?

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@A myHSteam Member I am only on simlandi (biological similar to Humira) and it’s been 3 months and I don’t get many new ones but the old one are still flaring badly and I need something to help

What Type Of Medication Is Anyone Using For The Flareups? Do You See A Decrease From The Medication?

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Here are some medications used for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) flare-ups and their effects:

1. Antibiotics: Used to kill bacteria and reduce inflammation. One member reported improvement after two… read more

Anyone Tried The Humira Treatments?

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Yes, I am on it and it helped and I use aldactone to target the rest!

To All Who Are Taking Meds...

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Does the medicine alone keep you from flaring? If so, what medicine and what are the side effects if you have experienced any from the medication?

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I'm Retired Federal Employee. I think that's expensive but I pay $5 a month for the meds which I think is good.

How Do I Find A Doctor Witha Experience Who Can Treat Me

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He fire ups and painful cysts that don’t drain all the way after times of antibiotics from a $2700.00trip to er

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I assume you are not in Canada?

I am not knowledgeable of any other health system outside of Alberta, however I would highly recommend if you can pay to see a specialist/ dermatologist they are the… read more

Hey, Has Anyone Ever Been Prescribed Adalimumab Injections For HS? If You Have, How Did You Find They Worked? Thanks

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Look into and get a product called My Magic Healer. It's pricey but it is worth every penny. Can find on Amazon.

Aldactone It Says That It Works For Women.... What About Men?

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Thanks

Can I Take Aldactone If I Have Mirena Birth Control?

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I have been prescribed this medicine for stage 1. I only have 2 reocurrent boils. The dermatologist didnt ask me about my birth control but I am worried it will affect it as it says it regulates hormona inbalances?

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Does HS Cause Breast Discomfort

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Yes, some of my worst symptoms are happening on my right breast and under my right arm tons of swelling pain discomfort that causes nerve problems, but nothing is ever seen on top of the skin. It is… read more