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I have PCOS and want to reduce weight. Can I take metformin for it? I am also planning to conceive. Will metformin aid in both weight loss and pregnancy?
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Metformin do help in conceiving but doesnt directly help in reducing weight. Daily exercise with 30 min walk will help in wt reduction. Start folic acid daily once and try naturally :)
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Dr. Mina Bulchandani
Gynecologist
23 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes metformin help you in reducing weight and sugar control but this you should take under doctor's supervision you can do regular exercises, brisk walk,take healthy diet to control symptoms
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Dr. Pratibha Aggarwal
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
35 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi. Yes you can take metformin 500 daily once for a week after food . Depending on your wt . You can increase the dose . It is not for wt reduction but it helps in conceiving . Excercise and diet control will help in wt reduction .
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