Ovulation Induction - Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid, Serophene)

Occasionally women need to have their ovulation induced when they are having problems conceiving. Clomid is a fertility medication which induces ovulation. We usually start this medication at 50 mg. (one tablet) daily on days 3-7 of your menstrual cycle (please see instructions below). If the lower dosing fails to induce ovulation we may increase the dosage. The ovulation may be accompanied by insemination or timed intercourse.

Instructions for your calendar:

When your period begins, mark this as "day 1" on your calendar and call the office to schedule an appointment to start the cycle.

Remember:

Clomid is a fertility medication. One important side effect is the possibility of multiple births. The probability of having twins while taking this medication is 7% (meaning 7 out of 100 women taking clomid will get pregnant with twins). It is rare to have more than twins (higher order multiples) with clomiphene citrate.