Metformin-clinical pharmacology in PCOs.
Year: 2015
Type: article
Abstract: Oligo-anovulation, hyperandrogenism and insulin resistance characterizes polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOs). Metformin is the oldest insulin sensitizer used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. In PCOs, metformin decreases the serum lipids, androgen and insulin; induces ovulation and regular menstrual cycle; increases the pregnancy rate.
Source: PubMed Central
Authors: R Dumitrescu, C Mehedintu, I Briceag, V L Purcărea, D Hudita
Institution: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Language: English
Subfield: Reproductive Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2408718706