Treatments for PCOS menstrual cycle irregularities

Treatments to help regulate menstrual cycles of PCOS patients

Oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are commonly prescribed by doctors to help women with PCOS regulate their menstrual periods. Although oral contraceptives can help a woman regulate her periods, the underlying condition is still present. Once the patient stops taking the oral contraceptives, the menstrual cycle will most likely become irregular again.

Progestin is an alternate method used to help PCOS patients specifically regulate their menstrual cycles. Progestin is a hormone that is taken for 10-14 days every one to three months.

Metformin is a medication that is often prescribed to patients with Type 2 diabetes to help them reduce their blood-sugar levels. For PCOS patients who cannot take birth control pills Metformin is sometimes prescribed along with Progestin for up to six months to help women regulate their menstrual cycles.