Clomid


In This Article:
Clomid Overview
How is Clomid Taken and Expectations
Patient Monitoring
Clomid Affordability and Risks


Often the first drug encountered by women and couples seeking treatment for infertility, Clomid (clomiphene) enjoys a dual reputation, as one of the oldest and safest fertility drugs on the market, and as one that can cause some drastic emotional side effects. However, more often than not the former justifies the latter. By acting as an anti-estrogen, Clomid hoodwinks the pituitary gland into producing more FSH and LH, stimulating egg and follicle production in the ovaries. Consequently it works to:

induce ovulation
correct irregular ovulation
help increase egg production
correct luteal phase deficiency.


What You Should Know and Prepare For

Clomid does not address any male factors related to infertility, one reason why your doctor will probably conduct an extensive exam and run comprehensive blood tests before deciding to put you on Clomid. In addition to a semen analysis for the male (if applicable), for the woman, preliminary fertility testing should consist of:

A cycle day 3 ultrasound;
A hysterosalpingogram (HSG—to determine any uterine anomalies and the state of the fallopian tubes);
A cycle day 3 blood work to determine FSH and LH levels;
A prolactin check 7 to 9 days following ovulation.

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Clomid Resources

Useful Resources

• Clomid on Wikipedia