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Title: | Pharmacological management of polycystic ovary syndrome. | Authors: | Ee C.;Tay C.T. | Monash Health Department(s): | Monash University - Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation | Institution: | (Ee) NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia (Tay) Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia (Tay) Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia |
Issue Date: | 8-Oct-2024 | Copyright year: | 2024 | Publisher: | Therapeutic Guidelines Ltd | Place of publication: | Australia | Publication information: | Australian Prescriber. 47(4) (pp 109-112), 2024. Date of Publication: August 2024. | Journal: | Australian Prescriber | Abstract: | Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common and frequently undiagnosed female endocrine disorder that is associated with diverse symptoms and features, and an increased risk of long-term chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Pharmacotherapy for polycystic ovary syndrome should be directed at the key concerns of the individual patient. The combined oral contraceptive pill or metformin may be prescribed for irregular periods. The combined oral contraceptive pill is preferred over antiandrogens for treatment of hirsutism and acne. Metformin is of benefit for reducing excess body weight and improving hormonal and metabolic outcomes in those with high metabolic risk (e.g. body mass index greater than 25 kg/m2). Inositol appears to have limited benefits for metabolic outcomes, although it is associated with fewer adverse effects than metformin. Modification of lifestyle factors is important as part of a holistic approach to managing polycystic ovary syndrome. Anti-obesity drugs may be considered for weight management in addition to lifestyle interventions.Copyright © 2024 Therapeutic Guidelines Ltd. | DOI: | http://monash.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://dx.doi.org/10.18773/AUSTPRESCR.2024.030 | URI: | https://repository.monashhealth.org/monashhealthjspui/handle/1/52560 | Type: | Article | Subjects: | acne anxiety cardiovascular disease endocrine disease endometrium cancer hirsutism hyperandrogenism insulin resistance menstrual cycle non insulin dependent diabetes mellitus obstructive sleep apnea ovary polycystic disease |
Type of Clinical Study or Trial: | Review article (e.g. literature review, narrative review) |
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