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A member asked:

Is 500mg/day milk thistle likely to either harm me or interfere with clomid (clomiphene)? i don't mind if it's ineffective.

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

It's fine: It shouldn't interfere with anything, but you are correct: it's 99% ineffective. Good luck.

Answered 7/19/2013

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