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Hv been on metformin for 2 months (500mgx2) for pcos but haven't noticed any significant weight loss.what cld the prob b?also hypothyroid on medication

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Not for weight: Loss. Metformin helps some women with weight, but many not. It's not a weight loss drug.

Answered 4/9/2013

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