Daily oral tablet
Spironolactone
Spironolactone blocks androgen activity in the skin, which is what drives the deep hormonal acne that appears along the jaw and chin and does not respond to topicals.
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Commonly prescribed off-label for hormonal acne, with response rates above 70% in reviews.
What is in it
Spironolactone, prescribed at 50 mg to 100 mg daily.
How to take it
- Take once daily, with food if it upsets your stomach.
- Keep the timing consistent day to day.
- Avoid potassium supplements unless your clinician approves.
- Give it three months before judging results.
Why clinicians prescribe it
Treats the cause, not the surface
Works on the hormonal driver rather than the visible breakout.
Works where topicals fail
Deep jawline cysts rarely respond to creams. This is the usual next step.
Pairs with tretinoin
Many members take both, addressing the hormone and the skin turnover together.
Common questions
Most people see a real change between month two and month three. It is slower than antibiotics but far more durable.
Important safety information
Not for use during pregnancy. Reliable contraception is required. Tell your clinician about kidney disease or any potassium-raising medication. Irregular periods and breast tenderness are common early on.
This page is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician who has reviewed your history can decide whether this treatment is appropriate for you. Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.
