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Vaniqa (Eflornithine)

Overview
Vaniqa is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce unwanted facial hair in women. Vaniqa is also referred to by its drug name, Eflornithine.

Vaniqua is a member of a… read more

Aldactone (Spironolactone)

Overview
Aldactone is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, edema, and other conditions. Aldactone is also referred to by its drug name,… read more

Adjustable Gastric Band

Overview
Adjustable gastric band (also known as the lap-band or LABG) is a type of bariatric surgery, or surgery intended to help people lose weight. In obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), bariatric… read more

Depo-Provera (Medroxyprogesterone)

Overview
Depo-Provera is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent pregnancy. Depo-Provera may be referred to by its drug name, Medroxyprogesterone.

Depo-Provera is a… read more

Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)

Overview
Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (also known as the duodenal switch or BPD/DS) is a type of bariatric surgery, or surgery intended to help people lose weight. Duodenal switch surgery is the most… read more

Endometrial Ablation

Overview
Menorrhagia, or excessive bleeding during menstruation, is a common symptom of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys the endometrium, or lining of the uterus, to… read more

Exercise

Overview
Exercise can help everyone stay healthy and feel their best. For women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), eating a nutritious diet and staying physically active are two of the most important ways you can… read more

Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y)

Overview
Gastric bypass (also known as a Roux-en-Y) is a type of bariatric surgery, or surgery intended to help people lose weight. In obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), bariatric surgery may also… read more

Fortamet (Metformin)

Overview
Fortamet is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Fortamet is considered an adjunct treatment to diet and… read more

Glucophage (Metformin)

Overview
Glucophage is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help improve blood glucose control in children and adults with type 2 diabetes. Glucophage is considered an adjunct… read more

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