N-Acetyl Cysteine and Metformin for PCOS
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) to metformin helps women with PCOS more than metformin alone. It might be a good fit if you have PCOS, are between 20 and 45, and don't have other health issues like diabetes or thyroid problems.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 20 and 45 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome).
- You are not allergic to metformin or N-acetyl cysteine (NAC).
- You do not have diabetes, thyroid problems, kidney or liver disease.
- You have not taken certain medications (like insulin, birth control pills, or anti-androgens) recently.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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