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Metformin/Glucophage REDUCING blood sugar???From: Zowie (anonymous@obgyn.net)Sun, 7 Jan 2001 15:46:51 -0600 (CST)
Hello ladies, I recently heard a radio ad for "Glucophage X" and it stated that Metforming/Glucophage REDUCE your blood sugar, which is why it's frequently given to diabetics. With a new twist on my PCOS (the possibility I am hypoglycemic), what other medication is out there for me? I have heard of Spironolactone, but that's just an anti-androgen to fight the testosterone. Metformin/Glucophage are the only meds I've read about for PCOS patients which helps to stabilize your insulin sensitivity (still a hypoglycemic issue). My appt. is on Tues. with a GYN specialist, and I want to ask as many questions as possible. I truly think I am hypoglycemic, based on the symptoms and other facts, plus, there is a history of diabetes and hypoglycemia in my family. If it turns out I AM hypoglycemic, then obviously the Metformin/Glucophage is NOT for me, but again, they're the only meds I've heard of for us PCOSers to improve glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity. Has anyone else come across this dilemma? Are there other meds I can ask about? Thanks for any replies.
-- -- Zowie :)
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