Metformin

[mac1979]

So, I was just diagnosed with PCOS, and my doc put me on Metformin. She said to gradually increase the amount I take every 5 days until I am taking the full amount. For those who are taking it how long did it take for the gassiness and other GI issues to calm down?

 

[Spuddy]

I think I increased the dose a little slower than that. No harm in going up every 1-2 weeks. I'm now on 2000 mg daily and feel fine. Been on it for a while though. Good luck! It's our miracle drug. We got pregnant in 3 months on metformin. Previously took 6 years and 4 IVFs with "unexplained" infertility. Amazing! Good luck to you!

 

[HCas]

It took me a week at half a pill a day. It took about the same amount when I increased it to a full pill.

 

[mac1979]

Did either of you ladies experience hair loss when you started? My hair started coming out in clumps yesterday, never happened before.

 

[Powell510]

Research cinnamon, raw honey, and apple cider vinegar as a natural alternative! Works great

 

[Spuddy]

I don't think I experienced that. I didn't see it listed on Epocrares as a side effect. (Very credible source, I use it in my practice all the time). Funny thing is that it lists "ovulation induction" as an adverse effect!!! ��

 

[mac1979]

I googled metformin and hair loss and there are stories all over about it. I want to email my doc but it seems so silly

 

[Powell510]

Meant to add this yesterday with my comment
https://www.ovarian-cysts-pcos.com/pcos-diet-vinegar.html

 

[Spuddy]

If it's new since starting the med no harm in asking your doc! Have you had your thyroid checked? That can also cause hair loss.

 

[mac1979]

It came back at 1.04 which is in the normal range