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Can metformin prevent me from conceiving?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

No: It is often used in pcos patients to increase fertility.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/1/2012

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

No: It should help with fertility, not prevent fertility.

Dr Nguyen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/21/2014

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