It was prescribed to me by a doctor to be used for infertility
2006-11-07 03:27:50 · 5 answers · asked by Leanora C 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Metformin is currently being used to induce ovulation in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Metformin is an insulin sensitizing drug originally used in the treatment of diabetes. Metformin “reverses” insulin resistance (hyperinsulinemia) thus effectively treating many diabetics.
Up to 40- 70% of patients with PCOS have hyperinsulinemia which leads to excess androgen (male hormones) production by the ovaries and increased production of LH by the pituitary. The body tries to compensate for insulin resistance by the “over production” of insulin. Increased LH levels cause further elevations in androgens. Clinically, this results in ovulatory irregularities (or anovulation), increased body hair, numerous small ovarian cysts, and a classic “pear shaped” body appearance (obesity; although not always) and long term negative health consequences such as diabetes.
Metformin sensitizes the cells to insulin thus lowering the body’s production of insulin and consequently reducing androgen production. Once androgen production has been normalized ovulation can often resume. Metformin is dosed at 500 mg three times per day and Clomid or FSH may be added if ovulation is not established.
2006-11-07 03:33:05 · answer #1 · answered by ~brigit~ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Metformin is used to regulate blood sugar and is prescribed for individuals typically with type 2 diabetes (I know because this is the same medicine my dad takes to regulate his blood sugar). If you are a pregnant mom, you may have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes and your doctor prescribed this to you so that you can maintain a good blood sugar level, between 90-120. Be sure to eat small snack periodically to help naturally balance your blood sugar. If you have questions about the medicine, you need to ask your doctor. He/she can better explain why it was prescribed to you. Best of luck!
2006-11-07 03:30:36 · answer #2 · answered by Shannon L - Gavin's Mommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Metformin is peculiarly used to restrict how prime your blood sugar can get. Period legislation is what's known as an "off label" use for the drug. Some medications are given given that the "facet results" truthfully aid by some means.
2016-09-01 08:41:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dr has me on this too. So far it hasn't worked so now I am also on clomid. Hope it works for you .Good Luck
2006-11-07 05:43:53 · answer #4 · answered by beth g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm diabetic and I use this to control my diabetes. I hope this helps you.
2006-11-07 03:32:34 · answer #5 · answered by ♀_♥₤ẩϋřą♥_♂ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋