Due to the complex nature of PCOS, many different medications may be prescribed to you. Tune in today to hear Dr. Minni break down each of the medications commonly prescribed, how they work, and their possible side effects. We dive into the mechanisms underlying the main cause of PCOS (insulin resistance), and which drugs best address this (metformin). We hear when hormone regulators are most effective during the different phases of your menstrual cycle, and why you should not fall pregnant when taking Spironolactone. Find out some of the life-threatening side effects you should be keeping an eye out for! We also take a look at the different treatments available to prevent excessive hair growth and the success that Dr. Minni has seen using her COPE method. Press play now to understand all things medication relating to your PCOS!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why lowering insulin resistance in those with PCOS is key to treatment success. 
• Today’s topic: the conventional medications prescribed for PCOS. 
• Why it can be a challenge to find the right medication for a patient. 
• The hormonal contraceptive: what it contains, how it treats PCOS, and its side effects. 
• Why Dr. Minni favors metformin (a diabetes drug) for PCOS treatment and its side effects. 
• How ovulation-inducing agents like Clomiphene and hCG reduce PCOS symptoms. 
• Alternative medications to Clomiphene: Letrozole, and its benefits. 
• The mechanism of action and the side-effects of Gonadotrophin injections. 
• What Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome is, and the signs and symptoms you should look out for. 
• Dr. Minni’s recommendations for reducing excessive hair growth. 
• The successes Dr. Minni has seen using the COPE method. 
• Where to find out more!

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Minni Malhotra Email

Anchor Wellness Center

The Institute of Functional Medicine

NIEHS (National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences)

Environmental Working Group