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A member asked:

Clomid (clomiphene) work with out a trigger shot i'm taking a hundred milligrams?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Often: but not always. The trigger is not always necessary but can improve timing, particularly for procedures like IUI. You should discuss with your doctor whether the hCG trigger is necessary or helpful for you.

Answered 9/3/2014

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