An effective drug in treating female infertility is Clomid, which is also available in the market as Clomiphene Citrate. It is now popularly using medication because it can prevent certain types of female infertility. The drug is available in oral medication forms, such as a tablet or pill. It works great by stimulating the secretion of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the body. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) triggers the production of one or more egg follicles in the ovary.
LH, or luteinizing hormone, is essential for women, stimulating ovulation or egg release. Estrogen also plays a vital role in ovulation. Clomid increases the production of estrogen and helps maintain this hormone's level.
Before referring to a fertility specialist, primary care physicians or OB-GYNs usually prescribe this medication as the primary treatment. Again it is also the drug of choice for fertility specialists.
The medicine needs to be taken orally according to the doctor's guidelines to get the best result. Before taking, you need to check the dosing schedule very carefully. Don't crush, break or chew the medicine. Swallow the whole tablet at a time with a glass of water to get the utmost benefit from it. The doctor determines the dose depending on the medical condition of the user and how the body responds to the therapy. You should not take it for a longer time than its prescribed dose by the physician or specialist. It cannot be taken more than 6 cycles. Long-term use is not recommended.
During treatment, the doctor suggests recording your body temperature and testing the ovulation level. It is also suggested to have good sexual intercourse at that time. If you have any queries, you should ask your doctor
You should take Clomid as directed by the physician. It is important to follow all directions mentioned on the prescription. Sometimes, the doctor may change the dose to offer the best result. Don't take it in larger or smaller amounts than the dose mentioned on the prescription.
Sometimes the doctor will recommend some tests to make sure you don't have any limitations to using Clomid. This medicine is first prescribed for 5 days. The dose starts from the 5th day of menses. But of course, follow the instructions of the doctor.
In this case, you must do a pelvic examination before starting the treatment. All tests need to perform under the care of a physician.
Ovulation should occur within 5 to 10 days of taking this medicine. Doctors suggest that intercourse should be done during ovulation. It can improve the chance of pregnancy.
During this time, the doctor asks to record the temperature every morning and make a chart of it. This method will help you to confirm when ovulation is likely to occur. Researchers say no more than 3 tablets should be used per treatment cycle.
After 3 cycles of the medicine, the doctor may stop the medicine if you do not get pregnant. Then he recommends re-evaluating your infertility.
The normal dose of this tablet is 50 mg tablet once for 5 days. You should start this therapy on the 5th day of your menstrual cycle. Only then, the medicine can offer the best results. Those who have had recent uterine bleeding can start treatment at any time. Many ovulate, but pregnancy is not achieved. Doctors suggest 2 additional courses of Clomid 50 mg in their case. But you have to be very careful about the course. The next dose should be started 30 days after the first course.
But in most cases, ovulation occurs after the first course. You can immediately start. If ovulation fails, the second course of 100 mg can be given within 30 days of the first course. If needed, 100 mg can be given as the third dose.
If you feel any allergic reaction to Clomid (fertomid), you should inform your doctor. the signs are
· Hives
· Swelling on the face, throat, lips, and also tongue
· Breathing troubles
After taking medicine, a health condition may sometime develop, referred to as ovarian hyper-stimulation syndrome (OHSS). It is a life-threatening condition. So you must call the doctor immediately if you have such a problem. Some common side effects of the medicine, such as
· stomach pain
· bloating;
· nausea,
· vomiting,
· diarrhea;
· rapid weight gain, particularly your face, and midsection;
· Trouble in urinating;
· Breathe difficulties,
· rapid heart rate,
· feeling short of breath
· flushing (feeling warmth, redness, or tingly);
· breast pain or tenderness
· headache
These are common side effects that can disappear after taking them regularly.
You need to stop taking Clomid and visit the doctor immediately if you feel some severe side effects, such as:
· pelvic pain or pressure,
· enlargement in the pelvic area;
· vision problems;
· increased sensitivity of the eyes in the light; or
· heavy and regular bleeding in the vagina.
· Before taking Clomid, you should inform your doctor if you are allergic to the medicine or other substance. Its inactive ingredients can cause allergic reactions.
· Before taking the drug, discuss with your doctor about medical history, especially if you have the problem like ovarian cysts or growth in ovaries, unusual vaginal bleeding, liver problem, uterus problems, thyroid, Brain tumor (pituitary tumor), high levels of triglycerides in the blood.
· Dizziness or vision problems are the common side effects of the medicine. So, you should be careful about using Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis), as these substances can make you dizzier.
· You should avoid driving and operating heavy machinery or anything which needs alertness or clear vision. It is essential to limit alcoholic beverages. You must discuss this with your doctor
· If you are pregnant, you should stop using the medicine. It has a limitation to use during this period.
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