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BabySue99

Updated 7mo ago

Scared to take prescribed metformin for PCOS, any experiences?

I've had pcos since I was 16 but I've never gotten any treatment for it from doctors but my new doctor prescribed me metformin and I'm scared to take it any experience with it?

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Ardorable

8mo

I started it a few years ago. You might want to look into getting extended release if you didn't already get prescribed that. When I started taking it it wasn't ER and I couldn't tolerate it. It gave me tummy trouble no matter what I did. Once I switched to ER no problems and it really helps me. I've been able to drop almost 30 pounds from my heaviest and before I got on BC I had a pretty regular cycle. I wish you the best of luck with your new medicine.
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BabySue99

7mo

yes its extended release.
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frustratedfibro

7mo

I'm on metformin and it's been great for me! The other best thing for me is finding the right broth control to pair it with. I just got an IUD a week ago so we'll see how it works out
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Aj77

7mo

I'm taking metformin for 10 years and I'm okay.

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