Regular doctor check-ins are vital to adjust your dosages and monitor for any potential side effects
However, the DDIs mediated by these factors remain poorly understood and will require further investigation to ensure the safe use of GLP-1 RAs with concomitant medications
We discuss weight loss resistance, immune function, GLP-1 medications, bone health, stress, and the surprising science connecting the microbiome to longevity.Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause, or helping someone who is, this episode offers practical and evidence-based insights.----connect with Cynthia here Thank you for tuning in to The One Thing Podcast with Dr
Stopping Spironolactone for Acne: Tapering, Rebound & Timeline How to Safely Stop Spironolactone for Acne At a glance Taper duration / 4 to 8 weeks recommended Dose reduction step / 25 mg every 2 to 4 weeks Relapse rate after abrupt stop / approximately 50 to 70% within 6 months Mechanism / competitive aldosterone and androgen receptor antagonist Standard acne dose range / 50 to 200 mg daily Time to initial acne clearance / 3 to 6 months on therapy Potassium monitoring / recheck 1 to 2 weeks after final dose Maintenance alternative / topical retinoid plus azelaic acid FDA pregnancy category / X (contraindicated in pregnancy) Common maintenance dose before taper / 50 to 100 mg daily Why Spironolactone Works for Hormonal Acne Spironolactone blocks androgen receptors in the pilosebaceous unit and inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
For a woman over 40 whos already losing muscle due to aging and menopause, losing even more muscle through GLP-1-assisted weight loss is a disaster for long-term metabolism, strength, bone density, and how you look and feel
