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What is the benefit of adding steroids such as dexamethasone or prednisone to ovulation induction medications?

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What is the benefit of adding steroids such as dexamethasone or prednisone to ovulation induction medications?

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The steroids are used to help lower androgen levels, particularly DHEAS. This may help ovulation induction. However, use of steroids should be carefully implemented, since insulin resistance is generally worsened by these medications.