Question 1

what is clomid (clomiphene)?

Accepted Answer

Fertility medicine: Clomid (clomiphene) is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-estrogen. When taken orally it binds to receptors in the brain which ultimately increases the fsh level. This in turn causes eggs to develop and hopefully initiate ovulation mid-cycle.

Question 2

what is clomid (clomiphene) used for?

Accepted Answer

Female INFERTILITY: It is used mainly in female infertility, in turn mainly as ovulation induction to reverse oligoovulation or anovulation such as in infertility in polycystic ovary syndrome, as well as being used for ovarian hyperstimulation, such as part of an in vitro fertilization procedure.

Question 3

what is clomid (clomiphene) && how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Clomid (clomiphene): Clomid (clomiphene) is a nonsteroidal anti-estrogen. When taken orally it fools the body at the level of the brain and thinks there are lower levels of estrogen forcing more fsh to be produced which promotes growth of follicles and ovulation.

Question 4

i'm currently taking provera (medroxyprogesterone) then i will be taking clomid. i was wondering what is the clomid process once my period starts.

Accepted Answer

Up to doctor: You will have to ask your doctor what they want you to do. The most common approach is to take Clomid (clomiphene) once a day for 5 days starting on day 3 but your doctor may alter that depending on your specific situation.

Question 5

i have pcos and ttc my periods are regular, should i ask my doc to put me on clomid (clomiphene)? in what situation is clomid (clomiphene) used?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy: If you have pcos and have been trying to get pregnant and not succeded, then you may want to consider clomid (clomiphene).  We do not use Clomid (clomiphene) just to have regular periods.

Question 6

can a male take maca while on clomid to increase low sperm count? or would the maca counteract what the clomid is doing?

Accepted Answer

Maca: Z, I can not find any  literature that would show this a contraindication. Maca has been used for centuries and it has a lot of nurturents that support sex glands. I would think it would improve the effect of clomid.

Question 7

how does arimidex (anastrazole) increase testosterone? and in your opinion what is more effective, clomid (clomiphene) or arimidex in increasing testosterone in a 30 yr. old male?

Accepted Answer

None: First both drugs are not used to increase testosterone in male.  Clomid (clomiphene) ( Clomiphene )  is used in female infertility to stimulate ovary for inducing ovulation. Armidex a armatase inhibitor. Is used in breast cancer.The  not intended  for you are looking for.

Question 8

read online that you shouldn't take otc pain reliever while on clomid cause it messes up what the clomid does. is this true or can i take advil (ibuprofen)?

Accepted Answer

No reported problems: Perhaps others know of problems, but I have not heard of one. To be safe, you can ask - and certainly inform - your provider. But, taken as directed - you should be okay. Best!

Question 9

i got clomid from gyno just want 2nd opinion i have a 34 day cycle but this cycle 54 day late take provera (medroxyprogesterone) what day is best take clomid? & for twins?

Accepted Answer

Clomid (clomiphene): If your cycle is late, check a pregnancy test first before taking the provera (medroxyprogesterone).  I usually give Clomid cycle days 5-9 or 6-10, but other gyn providers use other protocols.  While twins are slightly more common on clomid, i don't adjust the dose to cause twins.  It doesn't work that way.  In addition, I do a Clomid check each cycle.  I never give an open Clomid script with refills.

Question 10

i have pcos and just started metformin. what is the diff taking clomid (clomiphene) day 3-7 & 5-9. i have long cycles 34 days. when is the best time to take clomid (clomiphene)?

Accepted Answer

Clomid (clomiphene): The earlier Clomid (clomiphene) is started in the cycle, the greater the likelihood of recruiting extra follicles. To delay the dosing almost always limits the recruitment to a single dominant follicle.

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I'm currently taking provera (medroxyprogesterone) then i will be taking clomid. i was wondering what is the clomid process once my period starts.

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I have pcos and ttc my periods are regular, should i ask my doc to put me on clomid (clomiphene)? in what situation is clomid (clomiphene) used?

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Can a male take maca while on clomid to increase low sperm count? or would the maca counteract what the clomid is doing?

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How does arimidex (anastrazole) increase testosterone? and in your opinion what is more effective, clomid (clomiphene) or arimidex in increasing testosterone in a 30 yr. old male?

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Read online that you shouldn't take otc pain reliever while on clomid cause it messes up what the clomid does. is this true or can i take advil (ibuprofen)?

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I got clomid from gyno just want 2nd opinion i have a 34 day cycle but this cycle 54 day late take provera (medroxyprogesterone) what day is best take clomid? & for twins?

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I have pcos and just started metformin. what is the diff taking clomid (clomiphene) day 3-7 & 5-9. i have long cycles 34 days. when is the best time to take clomid (clomiphene)?

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