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Spironolactone in dermatology: uses in acne and beyond.

T N Searle, F Al-Niaimi, F R Ali
Review Clinical and experimental dermatology 2020 20 件の引用
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研究タイプ
Review
対象集団
Female pattern hair loss patients
介入
Spironolactone in dermatology: uses in acne and beyond. None
比較対照
None
主要アウトカム
None
効果の方向
Negative
バイアスリスク
Unclear

Abstract

Spironolactone is a synthetic aldosterone receptor antagonist, with a role off-label in various dermatological conditions. Its antiandrogenic properties make it suitable for diseases in which excess androgen production results in unwanted and psychologically distressing manifestations in susceptible females. Treatment with spironolactone aims to attenuate androgen-mediated conditions including acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female pattern hair loss and hirsutism. We discuss the emerging utility of spironolactone in dermatology, its potential adverse effects and considerations for monitoring.

要約

Treatment with spironolactone aims to attenuate androgen‐mediated conditions including acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, female pattern hair loss and hirsutism.

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