Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Medications for Treatment

    February 2005 in “ Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology ”
    Scott F. Smith
    TLDR Certain medications can help treat PCOS symptoms, but they aren't FDA-approved for this use.
    The document discussed the use of various medications for treating polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), specifically mentioning that metformin, rosiglitazone, and pioglitazone were used for ovulation induction, while spironolactone, flutamide, and finasteride were used for treating hirsutism. However, it was noted that these uses had not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The educational activity was aimed at obstetricians, gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals interested in the diagnosis and treatment of obstetric and gynecological conditions.
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