This article was reviewed by Sara Harcharik Perkins, MD. Key Takeaways: Spironolactone is used off-label to slow down and prevent female pattern hair loss. It’s available in both topical and oral ...

Acne didn’t take hold of JJ Boparai’s skin until she was in her late 20s. “I’d never had acne like this, my face was just covered,” said the 31-year-old from Metuchen, New Jersey, adding that ...

Here's what dermatologists have to say. Fact checked by Anna Harris Reviewed by Karen Kagha, MD Spironolactone is an oral medication primarily used off-label to treat stubborn hormonal acne in women.