*Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS* website.**
	Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

Who Can And Cannot Take Spironolactone

Who can take spironolactone

Most adults, including older people, can take spironolactone.

Children can take if from birth if it's prescribed by a specialist children's doctor (paediatrician).

Spironolactone is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take the medicine if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to spironolactone or any other medicine
have severe kidney problems or are unable to pee
have Addison's disease, a hormone imbalance that causes weakness, weight loss and low blood pressure
have ever had high levels of potassium in your blood

Children with moderate to severe kidney disease should not take spironolactone.

OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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