Spironolactone for Hirsutism: Dose, Results and Side Effects
Spironolactone is a well-studied anti-androgen for unwanted hair. Here is what guidelines say about dose, timing, side effects, contraception and stopping.
Treatment
Most women see real improvement with treatment, but it takes time: the Endocrine Society advises giving any medication at least six months. Here we compare prescription options, supplements and natural remedies, with an evidence rating for each, so you know what is worth trying and what is not.
Inositol for Hirsutism and PMOS: Does It Reduce Hair Growth?
Inositol can modestly improve insulin and hormone levels in PMOS, but trials have not shown less unwanted hair. Here is what the studies and guidelines say.
Best Birth Control Pill for Hirsutism (and PMOS): What the Evidence Says
No single pill is proven best for unwanted hair. Here is how progestins compare on androgen effects and blood clot risk, and what guidelines advise.
Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro for Hirsutism and PMOS: What We Know
GLP-1 drugs help women with PMOS lose weight, but trials have not shown less unwanted hair. Here is what the evidence, guidelines and labels say.
Does Insurance Cover Laser Hair Removal or Electrolysis for Hirsutism?
Most insurers treat laser and electrolysis for hirsutism as cosmetic, but there are exceptions. What US insurers, the NHS and German statutory insurance say, and how to ask for coverage.
Popular Hirsutism Supplements vs. What the Evidence Says
In our 2019 survey, women with hirsutism and PCOS most often tried progesterone, spearmint, and zinc, and few felt they worked. Here is how their experiences compare with the research.
PMOS Hair Removal: What Works Best When Hormones Are the Cause
Laser, electrolysis, IPL and home devices compared for PMOS (formerly PCOS): why hormone-driven hair comes back, and how to combine methods so results last.
Natural Remedies for Hirsutism: What the Evidence Says
Natural remedies for hirsutism rated by evidence: weight loss, exercise, yoga, inositol, homeopathy, Chinese medicine and Ayurveda. What works and what doesn’t.
Hirsutism Medication: Birth Control, Spironolactone and Other Options
Hirsutism medication explained: which birth control pill, spironolactone and other anti-androgens, eflornithine cream, and how long each takes to work.
Diet and Hirsutism: Do Certain Foods Cause Facial Hair Growth?
Do any foods cause facial hair growth? What research says about diet, sugar, weight, dairy, soy, flaxseed, juicing and hot water for hirsutism and PMOS.