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KatCarney · 06-09-2009, 01:57 PM

METFORMIN & PCOS RESEARCH:
(Scroll down to see links for 'alternative/non-Rx' to metformin)

STUDY: Metformin is NOT best in helping PCOS'ers acheive pregnancy

Metformin: Weight Regain /Not for irreg cycles/Not for hair/ not for preg

Metformin should be restricted to cysters w/ glucose intolerance

Routine Use of Metformin for Ovulation Induction in PCOS is No Longer Recommended

STUDY: Metformin Reduces Visceral Fat but does not enhance weight reduction

Metformin & Depression

ARTICLE: No evidence [metformin] provides long-term health benefits in PCOS

ARTICLE: Will Metformin Work for you? The Answer May be in your Genes!

Metformin improves PCOS symptoms irrespective of pre-treatment insulin resistance

ARTICLE: Metformin has no impact on PCOS belly fat, and is not a weight loss drug

Metformin for Non-IR, Normal Weight Cysters

Metformin restores menstrual cycle in underweight patient with PCOS

PCOS and Metformin: Breastfeeding compared to Forumula Fed

Metformin in early pregnancy may be safe for fetus

Women with PCOS: No increase in birth defects with metformin; Babies' length...

Metformin lowers insulin resistance in PCOS patients - Tips from Other Journals

Metformin effective for adolescents with PCOS: two small studies

ALTERNATIVE REMEDIES:
Chinese herb tiangui fang has ability to restore menses as well as metformin

Vinegar for IR , Weight Loss, and Hunger (Highlights, FAQ's, & Popular Threads)

Alternative to Metformin? Inexpensive B vitamin can help a woman get pregnant

Vitamin B-Complex Formulas (B vitamins and PCOS)

"Burns" help PCOS'ers taking Metformin to shed pounds

Diet & Exercise VS Metformin: Which is better for lowering Diabetes Risk?

Lifestyle changes that improve Insulin Resistance

Study looks at Metformin and Lifestyle Therapy in PCOS

PCOS and Magnesium for insulin resistance?