>>My question is this: I am trying to find a resource with protocols written for metfomin usage for moms with PCOS experiencing very low milk production (i.e. dosage). I have searched the archives and have found tidbits of info, but nothing comprehensive. Ideally, I would like something referenced that I can give to a patient's doctor. I am also interested in information on how to determine which herbal galactogogues would be most appropriate based on the mother's individual symptoms.< There are no written protocols for metformin usage with PCOS because we are still in the experimental/exploratory stage. The only "reference" that exists so far is an abstract from a presentation to the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine last year by Mona Gabbay and Heather Kelly. They reported on 9 cases of low milk supply where metformin was tried for low milk supply, sometimes on its own, sometimes in conjunction with other therapies. In regards to the "proper amount," I believe that it will probably be close to whatever was a therapeutic level for the mother for her PCOS problems in general. That can range anywhere from 500-2500mg daily. Regarding choosing herbal galactogogues by mother's symptoms, this is something that I've been working on (I call it targeting), but it really doesn't exist yet. The best general reference on herbs and herbal galactogogues is Sheila Humphrey's book. ~Lisa Marasco *********************************************** To temporarily stop your subscription: set lactnet nomail To start it again: set lactnet mail (or digest) To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet All commands go to [log in to unmask] The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(R) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html