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A 28-year-old patient with PCOS is prescribed metformin. What is the primary mechanism of action of metformin in this condition?

It increases insulin secretion from the pancreas. It decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity. It directly stimulates ovulation. It reduces androgen levels by inhibiting their production.

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It decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.

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