Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel
Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel is a treatment for Women's Health - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) that incorporates a topical formulation of Metformin hydrochloride, an antidiabetic medication, to reduce the symptoms of PCOS and improve the reproductive health of women. It is applied topically once a day to slow the progression of PCOS and reduce complications such as menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, infertility and other associated hormonal dysfunctions.
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Formula Information
Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel is a cutting-edge, non-hormonal treatment for women’s health issues related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This innovative gel formulation is applied directly to the skin, allowing for a localized, sustained release of the active drug, metformin HCl, into the bloodstream without side effects associated with oral metformin. This topical gel is beneficial for PCOS patients because it helps to maintain healthy androgen levels, balance glucose levels, and helps to regulate ovarian cysts and minimizes fat storage. This effective treatment is ideal for PCOS patients because it does not cause the risks or adverse side effects associated with other treatments. Additionally, this formulation of Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel is balanced to penetrate the skin and reach the blood quickly and effectively. If you have any questions about this formulation, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Drug Interactions
Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel is a treatment for Women's Health - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) that incorporates a topical formulation of Metformin hydrochloride, an antidiabetic medication, to reduce the symptoms of PCOS and improve the reproductive health of women. It is applied topically once a day to slow the progression of PCOS and reduce complications such as menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, infertility and other associated hormonal dysfunctions.
How Does it Work
Metformin Hydrochloride (HCl) 10% Topical Gel is an antihyperglycemic agent that works to treat Women's Health - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) through its mechanism of action as an insulin sensitizer. By increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel helps to reduce insulin levels and, as a result, reduce the circulating levels of androgen hormones. As androgen hormones are known to contribute to the development of PCOS symptoms such as irregular periods, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel helps to reduce these symptoms. Additionally, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel helps to reduce serum lipid levels and therefore can reduce obesity symptoms and associated cardiovascular risk factors in PCOS patients. Furthermore, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel helps to reduce the risk of developing diabetes, as it has been demonstrated to improve glucose tolerance via increased glucose uptake by skeletal muscle and liver tissue. Through this mechanism of action, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel is an effective treatment for Women's Health - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
Other Uses
The compounded formulation of Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel can be a helpful tool in treating various dermatological conditions, such as inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, as well as different cutaneous fungal infections. With its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal capabilities, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel can provide relief from itching, burning, and infection, particularly when it is difficult to take systemic medications. Furthermore, Metformin HCl 10% Topical Gel may offer benefits in managing acne due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial capacity. With the formulation’s capability to penetrate the skin more deeply than conventional topical treatments, it may provide better and more long-lasting effects.
Formulas and/or material listed are not to be interpreted as a promise, guarantee or claim of therapeutic efficacy or safety. The information contained herein is not intended to replace or substitute for conventional medical care, or encourage its abandonment. Every patient is unique, and formulas should be adjusted to meet their individual needs.