Anjali Reddy Anjali Reddy Asked 7 months ago

When to stop metformin during pregnancy pcos?

My gynaecologist prescribed Metformin for my PCOS and I'm now pregnant. She said we might need to adjust it later, so I'm wondering when exactly during pregnancy do people usually stop taking it?

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Prakash Singh Prakash Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Arrey baba, for medicines like metformin during pregnancy with PCOS, only your doctor can tell you when to stop. Don't listen to internet gurus. Get proper medical advice from your gynaecologist and endocrinologist. It's for the baby's safety.

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

This is not something you should self-medicate or decide based on general advice. Metformin dosage and duration, especially with PCOS and pregnancy, must be strictly managed by your doctor. Please get it checked with your specialist for safety.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I totally get that you're looking for answers, especially with PCOS! But metformin in pregnancy is a very specific thing. Some doctors keep you on it, some don't. You absolutely need a clear directive from your gynaecologist who knows your full medical history.

Shruti Gupta Shruti Gupta Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Yo, my cousin had PCOS and was on metformin. When she got pregnant, her doc actually kept her on a lower dose for a bit. So like, it really depends. Don't stop it without talking to your doctor, okay? Super important.

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Suman Devi Suman Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

With PCOS, I've tried many things, including natural remedies, but for medicines during pregnancy, it's a completely different ballgame. Metformin can be important. Your gynaecologist will give you a specific plan, whether to continue or taper off. Please rely on their advice.

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