Metformin in treating pcos

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Avatar m tn At the time, being emotionally stunned by the whole storm of news, I agreed and have been taking 2,000 mg of Metformin daily along with Genress Fe birth control. The birth control and Metformin have been working to keep me in balance, but the Metformin gets me sick on and off in not so tolerable ways. I never imagined at 20 I would have to deal with this and the thought of, potentially, having severe fertility issues from it when I do plan on a child is heart breaking.
1574695 tn?1322590597 What are you taking metformin for? Do you have diabetes? Do you have PCOS? Is the doctor would said to stop taking it the same one who prescribed it? I did a little research and metformin is Pregnancy Category B. It is generally considered safe for pregnant women. http://diabetes.emedtv.com/metformin/metformin-and-pregnancy.html The article linked above states that metofrmin is generally continued throughout the pregnancy if you are taking it for PCOS.
Avatar f tn Metformin may be useful in restoring regular menstrual cycles and starting ovulation in about 45% of women with PCOS.3 Clomiphene (Clomid) and metformin may be more effective when they are taken together. But more research is needed to confirm if this is true. Some studies show that taking metformin has helped with in vitro fertilization (IVF). But other research did not support this.
Avatar n tn What is metformin? I have PCOS, was told in march. My doctor wants me to lose weight and if this medicne helps with that, i will talk to her about taking it.
Avatar f tn I have pcos and I'm trying to conceive, I have been taking metformin but currently stopped. I ran out. I hope to start up again within a week. After taking it for a month I finally got a period. No spotting for days before or after. It was perfect. My breast even got sore! I am using this as a place for woman trying to conceive with pcos and help each other out, give advice or tell their story. Any one is welcome!
Avatar n tn I was taking 50 mg of Clomid days 3-7 and 500mg metformin once in the morning and 2 pills at night. I hope you get a + soon!!
Avatar n tn I was diagnosed with PCOS after I had my second baby and my doctor put me on metformin and birth control in hopes of conceiving after treatment. He had me stop the birth control and continue taking the metformin, told me to have sex from day 10-20 and hopefully we'll get pregnant. Well, I just started my period! A full week earlier than it's supposed to. I don't know what it means?
Avatar n tn s possible I could have had implantation bleeding and could be pregnant but only time and a test will tell! The benefits with Metformin and PCOS are worth it in my opinion.
Avatar f tn i am on metformin 4 my diabetes however i was told it helps with the pcos aswel.im so worried that im never gona fall pregnant as i am so sickly and cause of the pcos.i feel inadaquate as a woman.does any1 have any story similar to mine that ended up in a positive ending?any advice or words wil b appreciated.
Avatar f tn Recently, we have been having good success treating PCOS with Metformin. In many cases it will cause ovulation and periods to resume, and therefore bring your fertility back to the normal range. If the metformin doesn't do the trick, we sometimes add something like clomid. In rare cases of PCOS, it may be necessary to go to IVF. One way or another though, you most likely will be able to get pregnant. One thing that is very important: You can't count on PCOS for birth control.
1306788 tn?1334752651 There are reports of metformin preventing early miscarriages in women with PCOS. An ultrasound scan should be done to confirm the viability of the pregnancy. Hope this helps.
Avatar f tn For certain people with PCOS, a specialist may advise that metformin be taken. However, further research is needed to confirm the role of these medicines in the treatment of PCOS.
415867 tn?1323365503 I was Dx with PCOS and started metformin on 2/9/11 had not had a period in 4 months.. with in 3 days of the medication i started spotting and 2 days later full blown period. Would it really start helping THAT fast or was it just a coincidence?
Avatar n tn Cysts in the ovaries are sign of PCOS. There is no known cure for PCOS. I have PCOS too. Doctor will put you on BCP to regularize your periods if you are not ttc. Usually they put you on metformin that takes of the cysts to some extent. What treatment are you going through?
Avatar f tn DH and I have been trying since Feb this year with no luck, when period disappeared, we first thought it was successful and we were preggers, but of course neg HPT, then went to docs, after many many tests, finally was diagnosed with PCOS, then was given Metformin, and finally I am having my first period in five months! Fingers crossed it continues to work, and we will finally get our pos HPT! Hang in there.
Avatar f tn In a cohort of 33 women with PCOS taking metformin until delivery, GDM occurred in 3% compared with 23% in 39 women taking no medication.[4,6] However, given the lack of data from well-designed, prospective clinical trials, metformin is currently not indicated for the prevention of GDM. Therefore, in a patient who has conceived on metformin, the current recommendation would be to discontinue the medication once pregnancy is confirmed. Good Luck, I hope that helped!
Avatar f tn I also have pcos and am taking metformin er 1000mg. It sounds like your doctor has you on the right track as far as BCP and your other meds. Can I ask why you dont take your BCP? I don't take any because I am trying to conceive, but I know that they do wonders for us pcos girls. As far as your other med is it metformin? I know for me, when I started my met I didn't get a period right away, in fact I still havent. They force start my periods with provera or prometrium.
1553391 tn?1326997179 yes i also have pcos...my dr put me on metformin about 1000ml a day..it really works after my 2rd month of being on it without missing a day. i conceived my lil baby angel..which i m/c at 16weeks.. im currently trying again..
435139 tn?1255460391 t like that idea and my friend said that her doctor put her on metformin (she has pcos though) and if not pregnant in a couple months, she is going on clomid...Does Metformin help you get pregnant? Anyone who has any insight on this that is willing to share, it would be greatly appreciated!
Avatar f tn I READ IT WORKING FOR ALLOT OF WOMEN .BUT NOT SO MUCH FOR ME MOST OF ALL WOMEN WITH PCOS ARE PUT ON METFORMIN ..
1712386 tn?1308425981 Metformin helps regulate insulin levels so that the person can regulate their period and help with ovulation which is difficult in women with PCOS or even impossible for some without help with medicine. Metformin also helps a woman with PCOS have less of a risk for miscarriage (which is common with PCOS) especially if taken during the first trimester. Some woman cannot be helped with Metformin alone or it may not help at all. Clomid is often used with or without Metformin with women with PCOS.
623922 tn?1223406991 Metformin does not really help with ovulation. Generaly it is given because of pcos. Losing weight (if overweight) will help you to ovulate. Your doctor probably gave you metformin because you have pcos. Like Lori said she didnt ovulate while taking this, she started ovulating when she lost around 40lbs. I too have lost about 42lbs (but im on birth control) so i cant tell you if i ovulate.
430388 tn?1239585123 lots and lots of people that have PCOS get pregnant.. its a matter of identifying it and treating it.. for some people the medication metformin does the trick and will regulate cycles and ovulations.. others excercise, diet modification.. and some people need to go onto fertiltiy medications such as clomid/femara to induce ovulation.. but when there is a problem that is identified its easier to know how to fix it! so just identifying the problem is hlaf the battle!
431073 tn?1222177026 This doctor just did an exam and said you have PCOS, I was in shock! He followed up with an ultrasound and blood work to confirm and he was right. The wierd thing is that I don't really have any other symptoms to PCOS other then inferility and missed cycles. My wieght is normal, I have thick hair, and no wierd hair growth, and my blood pressure is always normal.
Avatar f tn Any other moms to be out there with pcos? I'm the only one in my family that has it so nobody understands the problems that come along with it. Could really use some info from other moms and hOw their pregnancies are going. I'm about to worry myself to death. GuesS i need some reassurance...
Avatar f tn I was diagnosed with pcos yesterday & put on progesterone & metformin. No one in my family has pcos or any fertility issues except me so I have no idea what to expect from the meds or trying to concieve now..does anyone have pcos and can enlighten me a little???
Avatar f tn Metformin is used to treat insulin resistance. Used in diabetics and women with pcos. Metformin will regulate the insulin in your body so that cysts shrink and ovulation can occur usually with the help of clomid.
1124023 tn?1261539248 s mine told me she was capable of treating pcos, i wasted five months with her and never had a single ultrasound and i had to beg for bloodwork. I think that's all i have for now, if you need anyone to talk to i'm here. on the positive side my friend also has pcos, she took two cycles of clomid and is now 9 months preggo! There is always hope!