I just started taking Metformin 3 weeks ago for polycystic ovaries. It's been 8 months since my last period (not pregnant)- Just curious how long it will be before I have another period and/or if this medicine actually works?? THANKS!
2006-07-31 08:22:40 · 7 answers · asked by raquelxoxo 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Metformin doesn't help in correcting your period cycle but it does help to control your insulin levels. People with PCOS (polycistic ovarian syndrome) have a tendency to get diabetes easily due to hormonal problems.Are you trying to conceive?
I was having this problem for years and all my doctors kept prescribing me to Diane 35 to regulate my cycle but my body got immune to it. 3 1/2 years ago a fertility specialist prescribed metformin as a start before I take any fertility medication. It was so effective ,even though I never got a proper period cycle, that after a few months of taking it I got pregnant without taking any other medication. Please note - anyone with PCOS can become very fertile even after years of trying once they have had a child. Trust me I know because after my son was born a year later came my daughter. Now I have to be on the pill. Try seeing your doctor if you have doubts and he/she can explain it to you in detail. All the best.
2006-07-31 09:16:11 · answer #1 · answered by sk70 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Metformin? Im sorry, but I have a question for you... Why are you on that for polycystic ovaries? Metformin (aka Glucophage) is a diabetes medication, and I cannot find anything online that classifies it to be used for your condition... Maybe you listed the wrong medication?
2006-07-31 08:27:59 · answer #2 · answered by kl0wnie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is VERY common To take Metformin for PCOS. I used to take it when I was trying to get pregnant but stopped because I wasn't seeing any changes. My PCOS has gotten worse and I am seeing my Dr. tonight. I won't be surprised if he puts me back on it. If you are significantly overweight I would ask your Dr. about taking Byetta with your metformin. It is for type II diabetics and some Dr.s are using it for PCOS patients because of our insulin resistance. A side effect of the drug is weight loss and since most PCOS ladies are overweight or obese the drug helps out not only with getting our sugars in check but it helps to loose weight and reducing the effects of the elevated testosterone. I am going to ask about this tonight and I will update the answer with any new info. If you are trying to get pregnant good luck. I got prego after years of trying and 3 miscarriages. I went on a low carb diet and drank Green and white tea like it was water and an herbal supplement called Vitex(chastetreeberry) with in three months of this regimen I was prego and now have a two yr old. I
2006-07-31 08:34:40 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am afraid you are not on right medicine. Metformin is administered for diabetes. It has nothing to do with polycystic ovaries. Consult a doctor soon to ascaertain whether you are on right drug.
2006-07-31 08:32:37 · answer #4 · answered by SRIRANGAM G 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As far as my knowledge Metformin is a hypoglycemic drug used for Diabetes,I have not seen it being given for treating polycystic ovaries.I don't think it has to do any thing with periods, consult some good gynecologist.I am sure you will come to know the fact.
2006-07-31 08:31:10 · answer #5 · answered by sukhwinder b 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My guess is you have that drug name wrong. Metformin or glucophage is an antihyperglycemic and is prescribed for diabetes not polycystic ovaries.
2006-07-31 08:26:02 · answer #6 · answered by Tulip 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have been on metformin for 2 months now for the same thing. i have bled more than not. sorry i can't help more but call your endocrinologist and ask them about it. good luck to you.
2006-07-31 08:25:34 · answer #7 · answered by luvbuggies 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋