Myoinositol – new possibility in treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome

Česká verzia

Authors: Tomáš Fait
Authors place of work: Gynekologicko-porodnická klinika 1. lékařské fakulty UK a VFN v Praze, přednosta prof. MUDr. Alois Martan, DrSc.
Published in the journal: Prakt Gyn 2013; 17(2): 129-134
Category: Gynecology and Obstetrics: Review Article

Summary

Myoinositol is an insulin sensitizing agent. It is used in the management of polycystic ovary syndrome. It ameliorates the metabolit profile. It improves quality and quantity of oocytes in women with PSOS. Hirsutism and acne are reduced by myoinositol.

Key words:
anovulation hyperandrogenic cutaneous disorders – hyperinsulinemia – Inofolic^® – myoinositol – polycystic ovary syndrome

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