I have a very irregular period eversince. I always end up hoping I am pregnant but end up frustrated. I'm 25 and I really wanted kids with my husband, we've been married for almost 3 years no with almost 2 years trying. I suspect that I am PCOS. I am afraid to have transv and I wanted to try metformin. I read that I can take it for 4 weeks, 3 times a day with 500mg. Do you think I should give it a go or not? thanks!
2007-07-06 02:43:50 · 6 answers · asked by Nette 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Do you think I should go ahead and try taking metformin even if I'm not certain and have no proof that I have PCOS?
2007-07-06 02:49:15 · update #1
Hey Nette,
I think you should go for it. I wasn't dx with PCOS but they couldn't rule it out and I had the same issues with irregular cycles. They put me on Metformin and it made my cycles perfectly on time 28-29 days. Then my first try on Clomid made me preggo (Although I m/c) We're trying again but the metformin keeps my cycle regular and helps me to ovulate. Definetly check with a dr cuz metformin almost always make you sick so you need the right dosage. I'll pray for you as you pray for me.
God bless you!
2007-07-06 04:36:37 · answer #1 · answered by wanabamomy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I take 1500 mg of Metformin everyday. It is to regulate my blood sugar levels. I also have been TTC for the past 2-3 years. I haven't had any luck so far. I do have PCOS and was misdiagnosed so I didn't really get anything done about it until I was 20 ...I'm now 27 and dealing with the effects of being diagnosed so late.
Get to a gyno. he/she can tell you if you have PCOS. My gyno put me on Clomiphene...because I am not ovulating....to try and help me conceive.
So yeah...go for it but get a Dr's directions on when, how, and if you really need it.
Good Luck !
2007-07-06 02:54:17 · answer #2 · answered by Pixie Dust 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always seek the advice of your physician with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.
Metformin is a drug that has been used to help control blood glucose levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes. Although Glucophage has been used in Europe for over 25 years, it was not available in the US until 1995. The FDA has approved metformin only for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes. Consequently, some physicians don't have much clinical experience with Glucophage, or are reluctant to use it unless the patient has diabetes.
Metformin appears to work in three ways. First, it decreases the absorption of dietary carbohydrates through the intestines.
Second, it reduces the production of glucose by the liver.(2) The liver uses the raw material in your food to create a reserve supply of blood sugar. When your body experiences stress, the liver releases the reserve glucose to supply your brain and muscles with an immediate source of energy to cope with the stress. Glucophage suppresses the production of this reserve fuel.
Third, and perhaps most importantly, metformin increases the sensitivity of muscle cells to insulin.(2) Insulin is the hormone that delivers glucose into your cells to be burned as fuel, or stored. Women with PCOS frequently have "insulin resistance", a condition where excessive amounts of insulin are required in order to get blood glucose moved into cells, where it belongs. Glucophage helps your body to transport glucose with relatively less insulin, thus lowering your insulin levels. Chronically high levels of either glucose or insulin in your blood contributes to obesity, heart disease, infertility, and certain cancers, as well as the development of diabetes.
2007-07-06 06:50:28 · answer #3 · answered by Blessed and Happy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has helped me ovulate with PCOS, but if you are trying to get preggo like NOW, then i'd try clomid.
Women with PCOS, depending on the severity, have a better chance on Clomid than Met to get pregnant. Your doc will have to test your blood to see what presription you need. I only need one Met pill a day @ 500 mg. Others need 1000mg 1nce or twice a day, just depends.
See your doc, gyno, or RE.
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2007-07-06 02:51:23 · answer #4 · answered by Aishah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well metformin is a sugar pill to reduce your insulin levels....i dont ovulate and i have to take birth control or prenatal vitamins....so go to the doctors and talk it over.
2007-07-06 03:58:46 · answer #5 · answered by $martA$$.com 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You question isn't very clear on your situation. I suggest you discuss this with you doctor, getting random medical advice on this forum is risky at best.
2007-07-06 02:47:05 · answer #6 · answered by Steve C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
metformin is what my husband takes for his diabeties, I would say ck with your DR.
2007-07-06 02:47:25 · answer #7 · answered by Rumisha R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋