This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition affecting an estimated eight to 20 percent of women of reproductive ...

Metformin is the most commonly prescribed oral drug for diabetes. Of course, if you or a loved one receives treatment for diabetes, you probably already knew this. What you may not know, however, is ...

For women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), continuing preconception metformin throughout the first trimester rather than stopping it at the positive pregnancy test might reduce the risk for ...

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who received metformin during pregnancy experienced a reduced rate of maternal infections, particularly viral infections. However, offsprings who were ...

Metformin vs. Ozempic: What’s the Difference? Metformin (Fortamet, Glumetza) and semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus) are medicines that treat type 2 diabetes. They both lower blood sugar, but they work ...