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Why is metformin prescribed for PCOS patients?
Why is metformin prescribed for PCOS patients?
Why is metformin prescribed for PCOS patients?
Research is suggestive that 50% of women with PCOS progress into having type2 diabetes. In order to prevent PCOS insulin is known to reduce insulin resistance, promote timely ovulation and also help in weight reduction. Hence metformin is prescribed by most of the doctors.
Last updated on 28 Sep 2023
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Should I take Metformin for PCOS?
Yes if you have been advised by a doctor
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Will Inositol help me if I have insulin resistance but not PCOS?
Research hints that inositol significantly improves markers of insulin resistance
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Does metformin promote insulin production?
Yes
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Can PCOS cause hypoglycemia?
Yes. Women with PCOS were insulin resistant under hypoglycemic conditions.
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