Why is metformin prescribed for PCOS patients?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Research is suggestive that 50% of women with PCOS progress into having type2 diabetes. In order to prevent PCOS insulin is known to reduce insulin resistance, promote timely ovulation and also help in weight reduction. Hence metformin is prescribed by most of the doctors.

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