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Can the metformin really help with weight loss for those people who have pcos?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Sometimes: Metformin should not be taken primarily for weight loss, it's inconsistent. Many of my patients feel metformin helps them with weight, but don't count on it doing anything for sure.

Answered 12/10/2013

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