Metformin for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome User Reviews (Page 3)

• clg
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 20, 2018

"I am been on metformin for just over 8 weeks now for PCOS - I asked my doctor for this medication to stablize my weight, I am 5.3 and nearly 11 stone, and no matter what diet I tried or how much exercise I did I would loose nothing. Since being on metformin I have had two periods on the exact same time of the month! This has never ever happened before, I could go months without having one. I have also lost a few pounds from my stomach - something many people with PCOS suffer with. And even lost some volume from double DD back breaker breasts! Hallelujah! I did have an upset stomach for a few days but I learnt if I take my 500mg after I eat my main evening meal I am fine. So far this pill has been a blessing!"

• georg...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 5, 2017

"I got my first period when I was 11 and was regular up until I was 14 and then they stopped. Fast forward to 2015 and I hadn't had a period at all for 5 years. I decided to finally do something about it, I was actually enjoying the lack of periods to be honest! I had some tests done and the diagnosis of PCOS was confirmed. My doctor put me on metformin 500mg twice a day and I hated it. I was so nauseous for the first two weeks, frequent diarrhea and lots of dizziness but it all passed. After that I began to have more energy aaaaand my period came back. It makes you feel really gross at first but if you can survive the first few weeks you'll be all good!"

• McCdo...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 24, 2019

"So the side effects of metformin. I was at a birthday party with a bunch of friends a few months ago and I had to poop so bad. Like a bad one. And someone was in the bathroom so I left my boyfriend at the party and went to McDonalds next door. Didn't tell my boyfriend I was leaving. I left my phone at the party because I was in such a rush. The 3 guys outside the bathroom definitely heard what I did. They laughed at me. My boyfriend panicked and everyone at the party wanted to know where I went It was an awful time I never want to go back. Metformin gives me the runs, but it helps regulate my periods. Takes away the awful feeling I get emotionally and physically during my period, and helps a lot with weight management. Just make sure you eat right on it so you don't get shamed at McDonalds."

• Skye...
• October 24, 2016

"I have been taken metformin 500mg since 3/2016. I'm 4'11 about 168lb I was diagnosed this year with PCOS after having been  misdiagnosed years ago. I haven't had a regular period since I was 11 years and I didnt think anything of it. I would go years without having a nature period. Most of the time I had to be put on Provera to bring down my periods im 24 now. The Metformin is okay.  I have a system with it-  I will eat and take them before 8pm - if not you will wake up vomiting or worse diarrhea. Around 3 months into taking it i lost 25 pounds which is okay I am eating healthy salads, apples, cranberry juice thats just some of the light things. Its been progress so just take your time ladies and let the pills take its course. Have a good day"

• Petra
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 25, 2015

"Hey guys. I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome a few days ago. I gained weight and I didn't have my period for over 8 months. I am not over weight but I was still advised to lose weight. I am on Metformin 500 one a day and after ONE day I got my period! Amazing! I did have pains and I felt sick but nothing horrible. I am going back to GP for check in 6 weeks so I will let you know more. Just had to share my excitement as this was the website I was reading regarding to Metformin."

• Nat
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 12, 2019

"I’ve been working out and eating right for a long time and weight would not fall off, when I got on Metformin I was not only able to lose the weight but maintain it too! It’s done wonders for my insulin resistance and I’ve had little to no issues with it. I experienced some nausea and hair loss when I initially started it, but I started taking a B-12 a day and the hair loss went away. The nausea went away over time."

• Adara
• January 21, 2017

"I'm 27, I was diagnosed with PCOS late 2013 my OB doctor requested to have a vaginal ultrasound to figure out what is going on because no menstration at 3months and negative pregnancy test then she found out that I having a PCOS the doctor prescribed me a pills but I used to it at least 2 months but because I was gaining weight then I'll stopped it. After 2 years, me and my soon to be husband plan to have a baby, I'll go to google to search what is best medicine to PCOS the google answered METFORMIN that time I have no menstration for 3months so I decided to take the metformin at first I take 500mg once a day for 1week, then after 2weeks 1000mg twice a day. I took this medicine almost 10 months from March 2016 to Jan 2017.. and now, I'm pregnant!!"

• Nyk
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 18, 2017

"Metformin is for 'PCOS type 1', insulin resistant, becoming insulin resistant, prediabetic or diabetic. If you're like me & have no diabetes/non-insulin resistance, you're 'PCOS type 2'. This great drug is NOT for us! My ex PCP & ex Endo both pushed this on me. I took it for almost two years. Over a 2yr span I developed every symptom of hypothyroidism, goitre & my PCOS went crazy! I lost 60% of my hair, choking in my sleep from the goitre & zero energy. I gained 80lbs & my Doctors couldn't figure out why. Got a new Endo, stopped Metformin! I'm dropping weight & Goitre/hypo GONE! Full Thyroid panel was always perfect btw. Google "5 types of PCOS"!"

• MrsFa...
• October 17, 2016

"I've been taking metformin for almost a week now to help me with PCOS and IR and to regulate my periods. Me BEFORE taking it: almost always tired, feeling hungry and craving food all the time (especially sweets) even after meals, mood swings, myalgia or muscle aching especially my legs, hypoglycaemia: I'd get weak and shivery if I go without food for more than 3 hours during the day, awful. Me AFTER metformin: I'm more energetic, my mood is way better, the muscle aching is gone and I only eat 3 meals a day now without craving anymore. I know it might be early to judge this med, but to see such result in a week is very promising to someone whose been ttc for 4 years, I'm hoping it will induce my period and eventually get a BFP."

• Happy...
• February 24, 2017

"Have been struggling with PCOS for a long time but wasn't diagnosed till I was 23. I gained 30lbs (155lbs)and stayed that weight no matter what I tried for a few years. Then I got pregnant (no issues at this point) and had my son... but ballooned up to 211lbs during pregnancy and after I had him could only get down to 175lbs. Fast forward a few years and we were trying for 7 months to conceive a second time with no luck. Someone suggested I take Metformin so I tried it. Within 2 weeks I was pregnant. Now have a 4 month old little girl. Worked for me, and I am so thankful for it. I am going to go back on it after she turns 6 months cause now I need to lose weight badly and the acne is killing me. I'm 5'4 and 190lbs!"

• Yvonne...
• February 15, 2017

"I was age 19 when diagnosed with PCOS . I did my research shortly before I sought medical help for it even though I did get a cycle every month. When I saw my gyn and told her about my research on metformin she prescribed me my own script . I took 1,000 mg twice daily for 30 days and felt great. I then conceived me daughter June of 2013 and had her March 2014. No problems taking it throughout pregnancy , it helps reduce the risk of miscarriage as well . And yes my Gyn gave me this info and benefits during pregnancy !"

• clarieh
• August 19, 2014

"I have been on metformin ( the regular one) 850mg once a day at night since May 2014 for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. The first day I took it I had the worst explosive diarrhea. I persisted with it and it was giving me bouts of nausea, stomach cramps, poor sleep and diarrhea. It has been 3 months now and the symptoms have stopped. I think if you persist at it, and definitely take it after a meal, it will be okay! My periods are still being artificially controlled with norethisterone daily so I can't comment if metformin has regulated my menses, but I am hoping to stop the norethisterone soon!"

• Tan
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2019

"I started taking this medicine after trying to conceive for over a year, my DD (darling daughter) is a year and 8months now. April 19th I went to the hospital over my concerns of being unable to get pregnant and did a transvaginal ultrasound. Doctor said my follicles are not mature so my eggs were just like a pearl necklace all the same size on a line and I had just finished my period 4 days prior, there was supposed to be a dominant one so all this had me devastated. He put me on 1000mg of metformin twice a day which I took but wasn't regular with. It made me feel like vomiting, I felt extremely sick that I thought I had cancer (God forbid). Today, 20th May, I hadn't seen my period which was supposed to be due 2 weeks ago so I decided to do a pregnancy test and boom the big positive! I'm grateful to God I only took this for 2 weeks (unreligiously) and discontinued cos of the way I felt ."

• leedl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2019

"I was extremely scared to start this metformin medication after reading all of the horrible experiences people had. My doctor prescribed me 500 mg a day to start with, but for a week I cut it in half to try to lesson the side effects. Seems to have worked, because I am now up to the dose she prescribed with absolutely no side effects. I had a ton of anxiety for no reason. I eat a normal meal and then take the pill. For me I take it after dinner since I tend to skip breakfast. If you were prescribed this for PCOS, don’t be scared. Just try it. Cut your does in half if you’re like me and worry about everything. I haven’t been on it long enough to know how much it’s going to help me. I will update after I give it enough time."

• Anonymous
• November 17, 2011

"I have only been on Metformin 5 days and I already see the difference in my symptoms. I have more energy and already lost 1.5 lbs. Before, it took me a year to lose 10 lbs. I have mild gastrointestinal discomfort but well worth it. It seems to help with food cravings. I used to drink 5 cups of coffee in the morning and I am down to only one without any caffeine withdrawal symptoms. I also don't crave sugar or high carb foods. I have a healthy snack in between meals to prevent blood sugar drops such as an apple, berries, or carrots. I would recommend this to anyone suffering from PCOS."

• deley
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 18, 2014

"I got diagnosed with polycystic ovarian yndrome when I was 16. I'm now 31. I've been taking metformin 1000mg three times a day. I have lost 2 stones in 17 months. I still don't have a cycle & still get unwanted hair I get lots of wind & diarrhea when I've eaten sugary food so if your taking metformin watch your sugar intake."

• PCOSC...
• January 24, 2015

"Metformin is probably saving my life. I got diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome about a year ago, and I have the best doctor in the state of Colorado. Along with phentermine, and although I do truly despise the sick tummy I get from it, Metformin really does help train you on what you should and shouldn't be eating."

• Megan
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 7, 2019

"Hello everyone I was just after a little bit of advice really regarding Metformin and PCOS. I was diagnosed with PCOS a couple of weeks ago after trying to figure out what was going on for so long. I have very very irregular periods in the last year. I also notice that I tend to spot a lot, almost every time I wipe there is blood on the tissue, is this normal with PCOS? I started taking 500mg Metformin and have experienced a few side effects but nothing too severe. I was wondering whether you can ovulate without a period on these as I've been taking them a week and no period but I am hoping to conceive? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Good luck to you all :)"

• Feeling...
• July 27, 2015

"I was told I had PCOS when I was 19 I'm 27 now it's been a long road. I've been on every birth control, but I've always felt it was a temporary fix for a permanent problem I've been taking metformin for 3 weeks now. I had Really bad gas so I took a heartburn pill when I took the metformin and the side effects went down about 90%. I get a little tired some times, but over all I feel better! I no longer have cravings for chocolate and sweets. Hair growth has gone down! Just remember to drink a lot of water. I'm praying that this medicine really helps woman with polycystic ovaries. Good luck ladys!"

• kat
• June 5, 2015

"To all the woman desperately wanting to become mothers I recommend taking folic acid or folate pills whilst taking the metformin. Folate prepares your female organs for pregnancy . I had my first child in 2003 at the age of 18, I was diagnosed with pcos at 15. I lost 30kg and that's when I fell pregnant at 18. For the next 7 years I was on and off different contraceptive pills, metformin or no contraceptive at all With no luck of getting pregnant as I was now back up to 115kg after first child. In 2010 I found a great Dr who was studying to be a gynae. She told me if you wanting to conceive take metformin and folate tablets together everyday. So I did and I never lose any weight but bang 3 months later I was pregnant."

• Kenny
• June 13, 2019

"I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 20 years old. I am now 23. My periods have been non existent ever since I hit puberty. The only time I have a period is if I am on birth control. I really got sick of being on birth control and my hormones being so on and off. I got prescribed Metformin about 8 months ago. I never took it when first prescribed because I was so afraid of all of side effects everyone has experienced. Well, I finally decided to take Metformin because I really want a regular cycle. I am not trying to conceive. I just want my body to be normal. And let me say I have no got no side effects what so ever. Everyone reacts differently to medication, so don't let it discourage you. I have not had a real period in two years. I have been taking Metformin 500 mg a week to this exact day and my period has come. I am very happy with this."

• Anonymous
• August 22, 2016

"25 years old - diagnosed with PCOS at 16. Always have been overweight, abnormal hair growth & irregular periods. I'm "pre-diabetic" with diabetes on both sides of my family so taking Metformin as a preventative measure. I've been on metformin for 10 days and have already lost 3 pounds with no significant diet change & got my period on my own without having to take medication for the first time in years. Less hungry, especially at night. I did have terrible diarrhea the first few days but that has resolved. Today started with a horrible metallic taste in my mouth which I'm hoping will subside soon because I feel pretty good otherwise! My advice - don't get discouraged with the stomach issues in the beginning - push through!"

• Anonymous
• September 27, 2011

Glucophage (metformin) "This medicine has definitely improved my quality of life. Within the first 2 weeks of starting metformin, I lost 8 pounds (where before I struggled to lose weight). Now I am in a healthy BMI for my height group. I experienced no nausea while taking this medicine (I took it in the middle of a meal). I did experience some intestinal side effects (gas/diarrhea) for the first week, and in the first week, I increased my dose."

• dino
• July 12, 2016

"My question - I need to know if anyone out there has had success taking this for the purpose of weight loss alone? I've always had PCOS. Never had one period on my own. Ever. I was induced on provera and had one and luckily became pregnant. Because I never had periods on my own, I had a hysterectomy at 30. But I still have all the other symptoms of PCOS including excess weight. After years of extreme eating, the gym and running...my doctor is putting me on Metformin. All the success stories I've read on this blog are great and I'm happy for you but they all have to do with conception. Does anyone have a story on weight loss?"

• Mel...
• February 15, 2016

"I have never had a regular period since I was 13 .Probably only got my period twice a year since I was 13 and when it eventually came it was really bad. Got married in 2010 and started trying for a baby. Got pregnant in Jan of 2011 even without having regular periods but unfortunately I miscarried. Was only diagnosed in late 2012 with PCOS and went onto Glucophage in august 2011. With the help my wonderful doc I conceived in November of the same year and delivered a health baby boy in August of 2012. Glucophage was really helpful to me and I would really ask all you ladies to keep the faith and stay on even if it makes you sick for a while."