have you considered taking her to a naturopath (one that is recommended who won't poison her the way MD's will?)

in my experience no drug has ever healed a medical problem, it has only sent the symptom into hiding. the only thing in this drug's favor is that when you stop taking it the symptoms return. other drugs, like accutane work for longer than you take them. what i have found out is that when this happens, it means the drug stays in the body long after the person stops taking it. this is why drugs like accutane and prednisone wreak so much havoc, and have so many lawsuits- (and in the MD's eyes, this means they work), because they stay in the body, wrecking it, for a very long time.

you are not helping your daughters health by supporting her decision to take multiple medications daily. one day there will be a (nontraceable) symptom that she will have, and it will come back to this drug. perhaps parkinsons, perhaps MS, hopefully nothing at all. but all drugs are greater, or lesser, poisons. i hope this is a lesser one. i say this because of experience. do a search on accutane on curezone, you will see what i mean. see below - for an overdose of this drug, call a 'poisoning center.' this isn't the sort of substance i'd want my daughter to ingest. the side effect that got me was 'yellowing of the skin.'

side effects of spironolactone
http://www.medicinenet.com/spironolactone-oral/article.htm

GENERIC NAME: SPIRONOLACTONE - ORAL (SPY-row-no-LACK-tone)
BRAND NAME(S): Aldactone
Warning | Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage | Medical Alert

WARNING: This medication can raise your body's potassium levels. This is more likely to occur in people with kidney problems, diabetes, in elderly patients, or if the patient is severely ill. Potassium levels must be closely monitored in people with any of these problems or illnesses. If not treated, very high potassium levels can be fatal. If you develop any of the following symptoms, notify your doctor immediately: muscle weakness, irregular or slow heartbeat.

USES: This drug is a diuretic or "water pill". It reduces the amount of water and sodium retained by the body. It is used to lower blood pressure, treat fluid retention (edema) and raise low potassium levels.

HOW TO USE: Take this exactly as prescribed. Do not skip doses or increase the dose without your doctor's approval. Take with food or milk to minimize stomach upset. Because this drug may increase urination, avoid taking a dose right before bedtime.

SIDE EFFECTS: This drug may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Watch for signs of dehydration such as dry mouth or thirst. You may experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, sleeplessness or nasal congestion the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly. Unlikely, but report promptly if you develop: yellowing of the skin, deepening of the voice, sore throat, weakness, irregular pulse, persistent cough, decreased sexual ability, change in the amount of urine, increased breast size, breast soreness. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history especially of: kidney or liver disease, urinary problems, diabetes, sodium or potassium imbalances, any allergies. Because this drug changes your fluid balance, you may feel dizzy if you change from a lying to a standing position too rapidly. Avoid this by rising slowly. If this drug makes you dizzy, use caution while engaging in activities that require alertness such as driving or using machinery. Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor you take spironolactone. This drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug is excreted into breast milk and the manufacturer of this drug recommends that breast-feeding not be undertaken while using it. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially of: other diuretics ("water pills" such as amiloride or triamterene), lithium, digoxin, potassium supplements, cyclosporine, mitotane, ACE inhibitors (e.g., lisinopril, captopril, enalapril), NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen). Aspirin may decrease the effects of spironolactone. Many nonprescription products contain aspirin. Consult your pharmacist if you are uncertain your nonprescription medicines contain aspirin. This medication may increase your potassium levels. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using potassium-containing products (salt substitutes or potassium supplements) or large amounts of potassium-containing foods (e.g., bananas, potatoes). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, weakness, and lightheadedness.