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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

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Discover everything you need to know about Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with our collection of informative articles, related drugs and clinic lists.
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Fibroids, Cysts and Polyps | The Differences and Treatments Available in Hong Kong

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Reviewed by Dr. Tsui Hang Yuet Michelle
Drugs Related to Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Drugs
Metformin
Used for: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), Type 2 diabetes
Chinese name:
甲福明
What is Metformin for?

Metformin is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It can also be used for polycystic ovary syndrome.

Brands in Hong Kong
Xigduo XR
Janumet
Glucophage
Diabetmin
Diaformin
Guamet
Available dosage
  • 500mg / 750mg (Prolonged-Release Tablets)
  • 500mg / 850mgl1000mg (Tablets)
More details

The content above is informative only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It should not be relied upon for specific medical advice.

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Central
OT&P Central Family Clinic
LG/F, Century Square, 1 D’Aguilar Street
2537 7281
Central Exit D2
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Causeway Bay
Yu Andrew Clinic
Room 1801, Mcdonald'S Building, 48 Yee Wo Street
2577 7884
Causeway Bay Exit E
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Yu Kar Fook Clinic
Room 703, Sino Centre, 592 Nathan Road
2384 6069
Yau Ma Tei Exit A2
Related to Women's Health
A
Abnormal menstruation
Abortion
Amenorrhea
B
Breast cancer
C
Candidiasis
Cervical cancer
D
Daily feminine hygiene
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspepsia
F
Female infertility
L
Labor induction
E
Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial hyperplasia
Endometriosis
H
Hot flushes
Hysteroptosis (prolapse of the uterus)
M
Menopause
O
Ovarian cancer
P
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Preeclampsia and Eclampsia
U
Uterine fibroids
V
Vaginal infection
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