I am new to this forum but I was so excited to see that I wasn't alone with PCOS. I have had it forever it seems like but I wasn't diagnosed until 3 years ago. I have 2 miracle babies since they told me I would never be able to have children. They are 8 and 10. Nothing since then but I sure am happy for the 2 I have. My question is this. I was put on 200 mg. of spironolactone. Everyone is talking about Metformin. What is that? Is it the same thing? I would really appreciate some information on this. Thanks.