Metformin (glucophage) and Clomid?

[heather_dw]

Ugh, I need to talk. Putting this here, since my posts tend to get lost in the shuffle in big threads

I went to the doctor's today. Of course, they did a pelvic exam to make sure I didn't have enlarged ovary or any weird crap, which I didn't. They wanted to put me on Clomid, which supposedly helps you ovulate better (which is odd, since I'm already ovulating) and raises progesterone after ovulation, which I think is my problem. They also gave me metformin/Glucophage which is mainly used to treat type 2 diabetes, but they also use it for women with Poly cystic ovaries. Now, she never told me I had poly cystic ovary syndrome although i did have cysts on my ovary (which is why I lost one of them). I thought PCOS made you ovulate irregularly, which I don't.

I have mixed feelings about all this. On one hand, it's like "UGH!" that I need THIS much help in the first place. On the other hand, it's like "well, at least I'm doing SOMETHING to possibly prevent this from happening a third time. Doctor had thought she'd already put me on glucophage months ago, so that was pretty weird. Lady in the waiting room next to me had all these ultrasound pictures of her baby boy and was talking on her cellphone all about it. ugh. I feel like that the fact I have to do all this, just means it's more likely to never happen.

I'm taking so much stuff now, it's crazy. I feel like I'm personally keeping the pharmacy in business. I'm just unsure if the glucophage and clomid will help. the bottle says I only take it cycle days 5-9. I thought that clomid dried up your "good mucus" but the doctor said that's mainly only if you take it for 3 months +. Does this mean that I only have a few shots at this with clomid? I hate when I think of questions after I leave the doc's office. Feeling a little blue and confused emotions about all of this.

 

[camishantel]

you normally have 6 months with clomid...
Ok so I am newkly pregnant.. my dr had me on the metformin because I have PCOS but I have heard it used without but if you have cysts on your ovaries and some of the other signs that might be why she put you on it... I took the clomid in July cycle days 3-7 and got my BFP that has so far been sticky none of my other ones were and I lost them very early... I am also on progestrone as with PCOS your progestrone can be low and make it difficult to carry ... if you have any questions feel free to ask me

 

[heather_dw]

First of all, CONGRATS ON YOUR BFP!

I really do think the progesterone is my issue. I've had two miscarriages, both in the 6th week. This last time, my doctor was closely monitoring my HCG and progesterone levels. Progesterone was only at 2.4 even though they had give me Prometrium/progesterone pills. I was devastated when I miscarried but not totally surprised when it happened. Once I heard those low numbers, part of me knew...

They're going to do a blood draw on cycle day 21 to see what the progesterone levels are, but I usually O late, around day 19, but I'm not sure if the clomid will affect that. I'm kinda uninformed about Clomid, really. I should probably google it.

 

[camishantel]

it can affect it definitely and if your progestrone was that low that does kinda explain why they prescribed these.. as it totally helped with my progestrone issues... this time even without the progestrone my level was 24.4 which is great but they gave me progestrone just in case and so far so good

 

[heather_dw]

I still have progesterone pills left over from last pregnancy. The OBGYN said to hold onto them and as soon as I get another BFP. to take them. I know some people take progesterone from ovulation onwards, but both the OBGYN and the fetal/maternal medicine specialist said that it CAN mess up the balance of hormones, so they usually don't do that.

I hope the clomid helps. I was surprised she gave me the glucophage, as that's usually for diabetics!

 

[camishantel]

it can also be used to help level the hormones in people with insulin resistance PCOS... and yeah I didn't take the progestrone till I got my BFP

 

[heather_dw]

Did you have any side effects from the medicines?

 

[caRISSasBump]

i was on Metformin & Clomid- i know this doesnt answer your question heather but my Dr has taken me off the Metformin (i am Insulin Resistant with borderline PCOS) it sceard me when he told me to stop taking it cos last i was told i'd have to take it till i am at least 12 weeks (see below i'm only 6 weeks almost 7) I'm not taking anything except a women's pregnancy & breastfeeding vitamin.

camishantel- are you still on the Metformin?!

 

[Starstryder]

Hello, I am insulin resistant and take 1000mg a day. My m/c in July was because of low progesterone and stupid insulin resistance going untreated. I was on Glucophage the entirety of my pregnancy with my son and it helped and didn't harm. It has a boatload of uses and in some instances even get prescribed for people with serious weight loss issues.

So now I use it continuously because I want to eliminate that as an issue for m/c, as soon as I get a bfp I will start using the progesterone to keep a sticky bean. So I will keep fx'd for all of us

ETA: Oh yeah, forgot to add...never used Clomid but I hope it works well for you. I also think it helps release a better quality egg? Not sure really

 

[camishantel]

i was on Metformin & Clomid- i know this doesnt answer your question heather but my Dr has taken me off the Metformin (i am Insulin Resistant with borderline PCOS) it sceard me when he told me to stop taking it cos last i was told i'd have to take it till i am at least 12 weeks (see below i'm only 6 weeks almost 7) I'm not taking anything except a women's pregnancy & breastfeeding vitamin.

camishantel- are you still on the Metformin?!

Yes my dr won't take me off it he might reduce once I hit 13 weeks

 

[camishantel]

Hello, I am insulin resistant and take 1000mg a day. My m/c in July was because of low progesterone and stupid insulin resistance going untreated. I was on Glucophage the entirety of my pregnancy with my son and it helped and didn't harm. It has a boatload of uses and in some instances even get prescribed for people with serious weight loss issues.

So now I use it continuously because I want to eliminate that as an issue for m/c, as soon as I get a bfp I will start using the progesterone to keep a sticky bean. So I will keep fx'd for all of us

ETA: Oh yeah, forgot to add...never used Clomid but I hope it works well for you. I also think it helps release a better quality egg? Not sure really

yes clomid is supposed to help with egg quality

 

[heather_dw]

It has a boatload of uses and in some instances even get prescribed for people with serious weight loss issues.

I am PRE diabetic and have been seeing a dietician. Only lost 33 pounds since mid February while I see other people losing twice that amount in half the time. I'm wondering if the glucophage will help with my pre-diabetic status AND maybe help with my weight loss. That would be a nice thought. Lose weight and have babies. YAY! It would be like a MIRACLE drug!

 

[camishantel]

yeah I lost 40 pounds on it before I fell pregnant this time

 

[heather_dw]

well, YAY!
I'm kind of excited. I took my first Clomid this morning and my second glucophage. It's like... maybe this is what I need to help me. I actually feel like I'm doing SOMETHING to prevent a third miscarriage. I don't think I'll get the BFP on my first cycle, but this is day 5 for me. It took me 4 cycles to get pregnant this last time (we started trying again after they removed my cysts and ovary/tube) and I was surprised it happened that fast.. I just can't seem to carry. I just wonder.. maybe the BFP will come even faster this time. Dunno, but it's a nice thought. it just has to stick.

 

[camishantel]

just make sure as soon as you get your BFP that they check your progestrone..

 

[heather_dw]

definitely. They're also checking it on cycle day 21 this month. I'm kind of worried I won't get my BFP before they have to take me off Clomid, but fingers are crossed for a sticky ++

 

[caRISSasBump]

well, YAY!
I'm kind of excited. I took my first Clomid this morning and my second glucophage. It's like... maybe this is what I need to help me. I actually feel like I'm doing SOMETHING to prevent a third miscarriage. I don't think I'll get the BFP on my first cycle, but this is day 5 for me. It took me 4 cycles to get pregnant this last time (we started trying again after they removed my cysts and ovary/tube) and I was surprised it happened that fast.. I just can't seem to carry. I just wonder.. maybe the BFP will come even faster this time. Dunno, but it's a nice thought. it just has to stick.

Never say never huns, i thought we had totally missed getting pregnant this cycle- i didn't know when or if i'd ovulated yet, hubby wasn't up for it that much etc..... Second blood test 4wks 4days after my last period i was told i was pregnant!! Totally shocked!! but VERY happy!!

I kept saying this first cycle was a practice run Good luck to you!!

 

[caRISSasBump]

hope all's ok with my little bundle since i'm not on anything for the insulin resistance or on progesterone!! fingers crossed- ultrasound next week (8th Sep)

 

[heather_dw]

Just think of if this way...

Your doctor has probably seen just about every situation SEVERAL times and knows just what to do!

 

[caRISSasBump]

hey- so i have a friend who was in the same boat as me.... she had been trying for a baby with no luck then did 2 rounds of ICSI which both failed but has now naturally got pregnant which is so good! she is also insulin resistant.

Last night i was talking to her & told her my Dr took me off the metformin- she went on about how i should still be taking it cos it helps to prevent miscarriage etc....

She's now made me feel like I've done the wrong thing I am worried about my little one. i know i should trust my Dr but they can be wrong......

i have an ultrasound on Wednesday which i am so keen for. I don't think there's much i can do about it now but i am so worried.......