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A member asked:
Can i take metformin for pcos. i am overweightinspite of all sort of diet control.will metformin help in weight loss? what are ots side effects
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Ok: Metformin may stimulate ovulation. It can help with weight loss. It can cause abdominal pain and nausea. I may affect your electrolytes. See a doctor for guidance.
Answered 6/5/2014
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