Is there a PCOS medication to stop growing facial hair?
Spironolactone is the anti-androgen drug most often used. To curb hirsutism (excess hair), Dr. Andrea Dunaif from Northwestern University typically starts patients with spironolactone. A 6-month trial is needed to show effects on unwanted hair, and she usually starts women at a higher dose.
How is high androgen PCOS treated?
How is PCOS treated?
- Birth control pills. These help to control menstrual cycles, lower androgen levels, and reduce acne.
- Diabetes medication. This is often used to lower insulin resistance in PCOS.
- A change in diet and activity.
- Medications to treat other symptoms.
How can I permanently stop facial hair from PCOS?
Electrolysis or laser can remove any hair remaining after hormone therapy. Because it usually is not possible to cure the hormonal problem that causes hirsutism, ongoing medical treatment is required to manage it. Hirsutism will frequently return if medical treatment is stopped.
How do I get rid of PCOS chin hair?
Treatment Options
- Medication, such as birth control pills and anti-androgen drugs, such as Aldactone (spironolactone)
- Electrolysis, which has risks including swelling, scarring, and redness of the skin.
- Laser hair reduction (this method works best on fair-skinned people with very dark hair)
- Shaving.
Does spironolactone stop facial hair growth?
Spironolactone (Aldactone®) is a diuretic, or “water pill,” that is normally used as a blood pressure medication but can also be used at lower doses for hirsutism. It blocks the effects of androgens and reduces hair growth.
Which medicine is best for PCOS?
A medicine called clomifene is usually the first treatment recommended for women with PCOS who are trying to get pregnant. Clomifene encourages the monthly release of an egg from the ovaries (ovulation). If clomifene is unsuccessful in encouraging ovulation, another medicine called metformin may be recommended.
Does 25 mg spironolactone work for hirsutism?
Spironolactone (Aldactone®) is a diuretic, or “water pill,” that is normally used as a blood pressure medication but can also be used at lower doses for hirsutism. It blocks the effects of androgens and reduces hair growth. Side effects may include dry skin, heartburn, irregular vaginal bleeding, dizziness and fatigue.
How much spironolactone is needed for PCOS?
The starting dose for the treatment of hirsutism is 50 mg twice per day. Your healthcare provider may increase your dose, depending on your symptoms, up to 100 mg twice per day (Goodman, 2015). If your PCOS symptoms are affecting your physical appearance, you may feel uncomfortable or struggle with self-confidence.
How can I reduce hirsutism in PCOS naturally?
Another study found that spearmint tea lowered androgen levels in women who had PCOS. Lavender and tea tree oils may reduce mild hirsuitism without a known cause. One preliminary study found that applying lavender and tea tree oils locally on the skin could improve the condition. These oils are for topical use only.