What is Clomid and what should I expect if my doctor recommends it?
Clomid (clomiphene citrate) is a medication used to help regulate ovulation in women who have had difficulty conceiving naturally. It helps to stimulate the production of the follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) that help women ovulate each month. Clomid can be taken if: • Your estrogen and pituitary functioning are normal • Your partner is fertile • You are trying to increase ovulation for eggs to be used for in vitro fertilization (IVF) Depending on what your doctor decides, other medications may be used in conjunction with Clomid. How Do I Take Clomid? Clomid is taken orally in pill form. The dosage will be determined by your doctor and may sometimes be adjusted depending on your response to the medication. You will start taking Clomid three to seven days after the first day of your cycle, using the first day of your period as day one. Your doctor may monitor you with an ultrasound and/or blood work, or may just give you some time to become pregnant and ha
