Metformin
In women with PCOS, metformin can help regulate menstrual cycle and improve ovulation.
How metformin works
Metformin is primarily used for insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes. Women with PCOS also experience insulin resistance, high blood sugar levels, which affects their body’s ability to regulate their menstrual cycle.
Potential benefits of metformin for fertility
- Reduces risk of miscarriage
- Improves IVF success rates
- Regulates ovulation which increases pregnancy success rates