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What Causes Redness On The Face While On Spironolactone?
I am taking spironolactone 100 mg for the last couple of weeks. My derm. Dr. put me on this since I m 60yr female that is losing all of my hair, for hair loss. Would this medicine make me have real red cheecks and nose. My face is on fire. I have been to several Dr s they can t find out what is wrong. My throid is ok,but they did lower to .0125. Getting blood work done 11/24 to see if that is ok. d
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Hello,
It could be an allergic eruption.
As a first line management, you can take antihistamines like cetirizine for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be an allergic eruption.
As a first line management, you can take antihistamines like cetirizine for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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