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Question: hai, I am 28. I have been diagnosed with PCOS and have irregular mensus. My Doc put me on Clomid 50mg (one tablet a day from days 3-7 & one tablet for 10 alternate days). I find that people describe taking only 5 dosage tablets per cycle. Could some one using clomid, let me know on what dosages were pregnant or was prescribed by their OB? Thank you

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Name: lone_dove | Date: October 4, 2004, 19:46

Answer: hello Ursila, I have been taking clomid and i also have PCOS since feb 2003. my gyno told me to take one (50g) a day from the 4 day of my period till the 9 day (5 days) but every gyno is different. A lady i know was taking up to 3 tablets a day (150g) . All gyno's have different ways of tell people when and how to take cloimd like my last gyno wanted me to take it from my first day of my period. i wouldnt worry about it they now what they are doing and it will not hurt you.

Name: jj | Date: November 16, 2004, 15:46

Answer: hey i just completed my 1st cycle of Clomid 50mg. My dr. prescribed 1 pill days5-9 of cycle. Some drs. do prescribe days 3-7 also.

Name: nicki | Date: November 17, 2004, 6:03

Answer: hello girls im from the uk and i have pcos and on clomid i have to take mind for 5 days 50mg i am hoping to become pregnant soon as we have been trying for nearly 2 yrs.

Name: sabra | Date: November 17, 2004, 9:28

Answer: I kow alot of girls using clomi try this site http://www.babyboomz.com/cgi-b-in/aypboard/rwf.cgi?x=6650 cu-t- and paste that or email me at sabradees@yahoo.com

Name: sweetpea | Date: November 18, 2004, 20:08

Answer: i have been on clomid for 4 months they had me taking it on cycle days 3-7 now i have to stop taking it because it gave me a cyst on my right ovary

Name: kirsten | Date: November 21, 2004, 7:11

Answer: i have to take 25mg clomid for 5 days from day 3 of my ycle, good luck

Name: Melisa | Date: November 22, 2004, 16:50

Answer: I am currently taking Clomid and have been for the last 4 months!! I started taking 50 mg. tablets for the first three months-days 3-7 and then on the 4th month I started taking 100 mg tablets on days 3-7 so I really don't know anything about 10 alternate days. That is a little unusual

Name: Bella | Date: December 1, 2004, 22:56

Answer: I've been seeing an IVF specialist who has prescribed clomid with directions that is to be taken on the 5th day of my cycle.

Name: dpirk72 | Date: December 2, 2004, 12:16

Answer: my doctor put me on clomid.And told me to take it on the third day of my period,for 5 days only.hope i helped.

Name: Terra | Date: December 16, 2004, 3:33

Answer: Hi, i was just perscribed clomid this week, my doctor has me on pergesterone to clean me out since i have pcos and have not had a period in 4 months, he told me after that i should get my period and then to start taking my 50mg tablets 3 days after my period end, then to take it every day for 5 days, then he said to get an ovulation kit and test my urine for the next 3-5 days after that to see if i am ovulation, does this sound right to anyone here? Can anyone tell me the sucess rate of conceiving, my husbands semen sample came back perfectly normal, so hes fine its just me, im so wanting to have a baby and just want to know if this is a good drug and how sucessful it is, please let me know whst you think

Name: nicki | Date: December 16, 2004, 4:04

Answer: terra, i have been looking on the internet on all kinds of site and i have found that most girls on clomid conceive with in 6 months . the thing i have found is not be think about trying for a baby because the more stress you are under the less likely you are to conceive. i have been on clomid for 3 months, i know the feeling you are going though. keep in touch all you girls and fingers crossed for some good news

Name: me | Date: December 16, 2004, 20:34

Answer: what is PCOS??

Name: F R I E N D | Date: December 17, 2004, 12:04

Answer: yes what is PCOS? sorry i don't really know.

Name: nena | Date: December 20, 2004, 5:52

Answer: Hi i have also been diganosed with PCOS and my gyno has advised me to take 50mg of clomid 2nd day of my period for a period of 5 days, i have been taking this for 8 months and now been given 3 tablets a day for 4 months still not pregnant please wish me luck. does anyone knoiw any person who has acheieved pregnacy through taking clomid tablets

Name: pinkywantsbaby | Date: December 21, 2004, 9:00

Answer: I wasd prescribed 50mg for 2 months them 100mg my third month. Nothing seem to work. So me being military I moved to another part of Germany. I saw a new RE and he said I needed to have a laparoscopy. THX to him I am no longer unexplain and now i know why the clomid did'nt work. I wish you the best of luck TC and Happy Holidays

Name: Pinky | Date: December 21, 2004, 9:00

Answer: sorry spelling :)

Name: Pinkywantsbaby | Date: December 21, 2004, 9:02

Answer: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder that affects millions of women. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder that affects millions of women.

Name: Pinkywantsbaby | Date: December 21, 2004, 9:04

Answer: PCOS indiscriminately strikes women between the ages of puberty and menopause. It is the leading cause of female infertility, and if left untreated can lead to diabetes, heart disease, and endometrial cancer. The symptoms of PCOS frequently rob a woman of her self-esteem and femininity, and can include irregular menstrual cycles, excessive facial and body hair(hirsutism), male pattern baldness, acne, polycystic ovaries, obesity/weight gain, skin tags(acrochordons), infertility, dark skin patches(acanthosis nigricans), depression. PCOS is a health problem that can affect a woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. Women with PCOS have these characteristics: high levels of male hormones, also called androgens an irregular or no menstrual cycle may or may not have many small cysts in their ovaries. Cysts are fluid-filled sacs. PCOS is the most common hormonal reproductive problem in women of childbearing age.

Name: Ursila | Date: December 23, 2004, 9:14

Answer: Hai, Thank u all for ur responses, I have got pregnant on my second cycle of clomid, last month. Wish me the best!

Name: amanda | Date: January 5, 2005, 14:42

Answer: hello ursila im amanda im 30 years old and i also was diagnosed with pcos when i was 18 the doctors told me i might have a problem concieveing i also found out that my 2 cousins who live in irland had the same problem and they told me to ask the doctor about clomid it worked for them so i did and im now 2 months pregnant i went on clomid 50 mg they gave me a six month course i had to start them on the second day of my period for 5 days . i got pregnant on the second course so it does work . i hope all goes well for you good luck and loads a babydust your way keep in touch love amanda xx

Name: Marie | Date: January 6, 2005, 19:31

Answer: I have been on Clomid for the past 8 months and am taking 100mg (2 tablets a day) from days 2-6 of my cycle. Have been trying for 2 years now and am starting to lose faith. I can't believe that I fell pregnant with my son the first month of trying and he is 2 and a half now...

Name: kaminisridhar | Date: January 13, 2005, 14:33

Answer: Hi, I was married 10 months before. I have a irregular period problem. I do not have periods for the last 3 months. I did pregnancy test twice and the result is negative. What shall I do? Is anyone know about tablets to regularise the period problem. Thanks.

Name: ja | Date: January 18, 2005, 16:33

Answer: i just started my first cycle of clomid. they have me on 50 mg. two tablets a day. what is the importance of taking it between 4 and 5 p.m.? i've been seeing an infertility specialist and they said that i have to take it between those times.

Name: Meagan | Date: January 19, 2005, 11:36

Answer: Hi Ursila. I am 25 years old and I was diagnosed with PCOS in September 2004. I was put on 1500 mg of Glucophage daily and given 50 mg of Clomid in November to take days 3-7 after not becoming pregnant in October. My first round of Clomid worked!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am now 10 weeks pregnant and feel terrific!! I didn't have much faith that this would work, but I am a believer in Clomid. Hang in there. Please make sure that your doctor follows you closely. My best friend has been trying to conceive for over a year now and was on 150 mg for over 3 months and now has a large cyst on her ovary. Think positive and God will send you your precious baby!!

Name: Amber | Date: January 21, 2005, 19:17

Answer: Meagan, I have the same situation as you. I was diagnosed with PCOS and am on 1500 mg of glucophage daily. I'm on a 5 day cycle of clomid (100 mgs daily) and hoping for the best. Did you have to have multiple follicle scans?? My doctor wants me to have them about every 3 days and I'm extremely frustrated because I can't afford to take time off from work that often and I have to pay for it out of pocket because my insurance won't cover it. I feel I could use over the counter tests to predict ovualtion. My doc is also pushing the use of HCG and an insemination on my first cycle. Do you think this is a bit overboard?Thanks for any advice and congrats on your pregnancy!

Name: tryin4baby | Date: January 21, 2005, 19:48

Answer: Amber, the reason for all the scans while on clomid is to be sure that everything remains ok. As with most ovulation-inducing drugs, there is a risk of ovarian hyperstimulation. Cysts can erupt and ovaries can be enlarged. Also, the uterus lining can start thinning to prevent implantation. I am going through the same thing right now with not being able to take the time off from work but my insurance covers everything fortunately. Otherwise I would not be going to the infertility specialist. I may even have to go every day for the ultrasound and the place is 45 mins. away from me. I have blood work tomorrow and I am finishing up day 5 of clomid. This is my first month on it. It is rough to get there with work but I am hoping for the best on my first try. As long as everything goes ok since I've been on the clomid, I will be having the IUI very soon. I know how frustrated you must be about the whole situation between the time off, not getting pregnant on your own, and paying out of your pocket. Just hang in there, it will happen soon enough and that baby will be worth every second of it. At least that is what I keep telling myself to try to ease the disappointment every month.

Name: kalie | Date: January 24, 2005, 18:56

Answer: Hi to all, I was just prescribed Clomid today- after a year of trying- and reading this board- I sound like I fit the profile for PCOS- but I was wondering if anyone used the generic form of Clomid, or knows anyone that has? I was just wondering if there is any difference in the success rate? Sounds like there are plenty of you galz out there that are in the same boat I am. I'm sorry to hear about it, but I feel better knowing I am not alone. Thank you to everyone that took the time to share their story & I will keep you in my thoughts & send out my best vibes to everyone!! Hang in there.... and I'll try to do the same! :O)

Name: fiona | Date: January 26, 2005, 10:23

Answer: girls, i just wanted to give you all a little bit of hope. i started clomid 50mg 9 months ago. My dr. didn't give me much hope of conceiving and i was truely in bits, i am only 28 and not long married. i was begining to give up hope as each month i would pray that AF wouldn't arrive. From the begining of Jan i became unwell, tired, sore breasts, nautious. i found out 2 weeks ago that i am pregnant........so happy. i am now 7 weeks and going for my 1st scan tomorrow. i have had alot of cramping so fingers crossed for me. i will let ye all know

Name: JS | Date: January 27, 2005, 4:08

Answer: Its great to hear all your success stories. I went to the gynae a few days ago because i went off BC 6 weeks ago and still no blood flow. He did a scan and found that i have follicles on my ovaries. He said it could be PCOS but i don't have any of the other symptoms (excessive hair, overweight, etc.) He sent me for blood tests and i need to see him on Monday to find out what is wrong with me. If i do have PCOS and he starts me on treatment (Chlomid i assume), would I beable to fall pregnant on the treatment or would I have to wait a while for it to get out of my system?

Name: Nica | Date: February 6, 2005, 11:57

Answer: I took 50 mg of Clomid for 4 cycles and got pregnant when I took it days 1-4 instead of 3-7 (which I had started on). Good luck!

Name: srividya | Date: February 10, 2005, 7:32

Answer: Hi, can i know whether continuous usage of chlome will have any adverse effects on the body?

Name: Penny | Date: February 13, 2005, 19:53

Answer: Hi i have PCOS and have just started taking clomid 50mg, My gyno told my to take it from day 2 to day 6 of my cycle. It seems that every doc precribes it slightly differently. As far as im am aware the only difference it makes is the day that you ovulate in your cycle. I would like to wish everyone luck and on a positive note my sister also has PCOS and successful concieved after taking 4 months of clomid so there is hope for everyone!

Name: Jammie | Date: February 14, 2005, 13:30

Answer: I was prescribed 50 mg of Clomid and I was told to start taking on day 6 one a day for 5 days.

Name: jk | Date: February 15, 2005, 16:24

Answer: I was prescribed clomid 6 months ago. I was on 50mg for 2 months, then 100mg for 3 months on days 3-7. Now I am off of it, it didn't work for me. I did get a few small cysts from it, but when you go off of Clomid they go away on thier own. But the best advice I have it to use the ovulation kits!!! I only did this the first 2 month, but wish I would have kept better track of it! Good luck to all :)

Name: tryin4baby | Date: February 15, 2005, 16:28

Answer: now i was just told today that i can not try another cycle of clomid. i only did one cycle. the lining of my uterus wasn't great but wasn't to bad either. clomid thins the lining of the uterus and as they put it today, the baby needs a "pillow" which would be the uterus so it needs to be thicker. they are switching me to the injections for my 2nd month. so i am now finding out that clomid isn't good to be on for to long of a time.

Name: jenwillnil4u | Date: April 17, 2005, 2:35

Answer: I was on injections of Follistim but lost my infertility insurance. I have PCOS and don't get my period unless the OB or RE starts one with the pill or by stimulating my ovaries with Follistim. Now all I have is Clomid, I live in a small town away from my RE and don't have a doc here. (We moved last Fall after a failed in-vitro). My RE gave me bc pills to start periods and a scrip for Clomid 100mg. I took it in September but it didn't do a thing. I didn't even get a period like I did with Follistim. Now I started a period today (from BC pills) after waiting 6 months to let things settle down. I actually have extra Clomid and wonder if the 100mg dose was just too low for me. My RE was very well-known and VERY successful- he got me pregnant on my 1st in-vitro but one of the embryos ended up in my fallopian tube and the one in my uterus died b/c its heart stopped beating. This was exactly 1 year after I gave birth to a stillborn son due to a nurse's grave mistake. My son Jacob would be 2 this month, and it's been a year since the miscarriage and 6 months since the last invitro try. (That one didn't work). I'm wondering if I should take the Clomid on different days than my RE said (he says day 5) and if I should take a higher dose. 100mg didn't even phase my ovaries, but they'd been bombarded with stronger meds for a year before trying the Clomid. The year of trying to get pregnant with Follistim and all those hormones made me gain about 15 pounds, and I had gained 15 with my son. I wonder if weight loss would help, but it seems no matter what I do, I can't lose weight! I know it is a typical PCOS thing, but I used to be thin and got a regular period every month. Now I have to take BC pills to get a period. I'm 36, have no money for infertility treatments and have only the Clomid. My hubby's new insurance doesn't cover infertility, while his old one covered in-vitro AND the meds needed. I guess I am as confused as everyone else- just how does Clomid work, and does it work on people who have used stronger follicle stimulating drugs? I know I will try 150mg this time, but I am tempted to try 200mg. I doubt I will- I'd be too scared, but it gets frustrating. Has anyone ever taken 200mg before? And I am still confused about the date to start Clomid. My RE says day 5. I had long cycles when I got my period, every 35-40 days, so does that determine when you should take it? Color me very confused and quite desperate. I'd appreciate any comments or advice, my email is thaliajen@yahoo.com -Jen

Name: Katrina | Date: May 2, 2005, 17:15

Answer: Hello, I had to be on my 2nd round of clomid before I got pregnant,100 mg. The RE also put me on progesterone suppositories,baby aspirin ,81 mg a day, I stayed on metformin aka glucophage 1,700 mg a day for the first 9 weeks of my pregnancy. I am now 5 1/2 months pregnant. -Katrina

Name: Drew | Date: May 10, 2005, 19:56

Answer: Hi, I was just started on 100mg of Clomid on the 5th, (3rd day into my cycle, up to day 5) and also Metformin 500mg 2 times/day for 1 week, 500mg 3 times/day for 1 week then up to 800mg 2times/day for good. I dont have diabetes but because I have pcos my gyn felt that this would help. Has anyone had success with a regimin similar to this? Has anyone had sucess with their first course?

Name: Donna | Date: May 25, 2005, 16:11

Answer: This is my second month on Clomid 2 50mg tablets a day. The first month I took them from day 5-9 and this time the doctor has me on them from day 3-7. I got pregnant so fast with my first child and now it is more difficult. I am not sure why certain days of taking it are more effective. I think it has something to do with the estrogen and FSH levels. Does anyone know?

Name: kris | Date: July 21, 2005, 22:59

Answer: i am currently on 50mg starting on the 5th day of the cycle taken once a day for five days only to help conception and i have pcos

Name: KellyN | Date: July 22, 2005, 7:27

Answer: Hi all! I have just been diagnosed with pcos, and my gyno put me on 100 mg/day day 5 through day 10. -kelly

Name: annette | Date: July 22, 2005, 13:09

Answer: hi.. anyone out there knows what is the difference in taking clomid starting from days 1, 2,3,4 and 5

Name: Jenn | Date: August 10, 2005, 8:00

Answer: I have been trying to conceive for 8 yrs my husband has low sprem count(32 million) and I have been diganoged with PCOS I am now on 50 mg of clomid taken day 5 to 9 and 1000mg of metformin this is my first month starting this. I hope it works wish me luck

Name: pegah | Date: August 14, 2005, 0:27

Answer: hi. i am 28 pregnant woman . my doc put me on hematinic one tab a day and multimineral with iron one tab aday . i am afraid of accidentally overdose of iron containing tablet could u please tell me that what is the appropriate dosage of iron that a pregnant should use thanks pegah

Name: Chris | Date: August 24, 2005, 17:37

Answer: PCOS...PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome

Name: deb2842002 | Date: March 8, 2006, 19:08

Answer: hi guys i am 32 my name is debby i have a 8 year old son and have been trying for another baby for 5 years i have pcos as well and have today started my clomid 100mg i am excited, scared and a little anxious. I have read everyones comments and sucess storys I hope with my hand on my heart that clomid works for me and everyone else. Question to those of you who are pregnant because of the help wth clomid. Are you all carrying one or more as I have read on my leaflets this tablet can cause multiple births ??

Name: bjhalladay | Date: April 25, 2007, 5:00

Answer: I am currently taking 100 mg (2-50mg tablets a day) on days 3-7 of my cycle. With a previous doc I was on 150 mg (3-50 mg tablets) I also have PCOS for about the past 3 years. I have not been able to conceive as of yet on this. Maybe this will be lucky go round. Good Luck.

Name: KJT | Date: August 29, 2007, 15:50

Answer: Hello, I have been trying to conceive for years now, I have PCOD. I just recently had a tubal pregnancy where they were not able to save my tube. I am looking into fertility drugs but Im not sure what to do. We are dreaming for twins, has anyone taken any fertility drug and had twins?! Please let me know! We are dieing to start our family and its killing the both of us that it is not happening!!! HELP!!!!!!!!!!

Name: theresa72107 | Date: June 11, 2008, 15:12

Answer: I just did my first cycle of provera and chlomid what should i look for i just had my period for exactly 2 weeks so whats my next step?????

Name: tishababe | Date: June 17, 2008, 5:14

Answer: I am 27 with PCOS as well. My OB put me on Clomid and I started with 150mg a day, CD 2-6. I am on my second cycle now and she also gave me a shot of Pregnyl the last time I got checked for follicle monitoring.

Name: dextercat | Date: July 23, 2008, 5:25

Answer: Hi Girls Im 28 and based in the UK. This month I started my first cycle of clomid 50mg. I have whats called unexplained infertillity, so i do ovulate. Im taking on days 2-6. im very excited and a bit nervous. Anybody else in the same position?

Name: jebbie | Date: September 5, 2008, 19:51

Answer: Anyone use 150mg of clomid lately? My doc has suggested upping from 100 after only 3 cycles and I'm a bit worried about side effects (cysts, thinning uteral lining, moodiness, etc). Thanks!

Name: Neelz | Date: September 6, 2008, 14:35

Answer: my doc upped my dosage to 100 mg 3-7 because i didint ovulate on 50 mg. he also put me on 1000 mg metformin. i did ovulate this cycle but not on the usual dates expected for clomid. i ovulated on cd 21. when i was on 50 mg i had terrible side effects. but this month i havent had much.. just a hot flash here or there. and now im in my tww with af type cramps

Name: suzzieq28 | Date: September 24, 2008, 18:28

Answer: Hi i am also 28 with pcos and i have 1 son born in 06 by IUI with Bravelle and lost a baby at 8 weeks in 07. I am now in 150 mg of clomid starting on day 2 of my cycle but i also take 1500mg of metformin to help treat the pcos and help with misscarriage when I do become pregnant. i hope this helps Good Luck

Name: helen louise | Date: January 14, 2009, 14:24

Answer: hi im 28 too, 2 years ago i was put on clomid 50mg, i was told to take it on day 5 of cycle untill day 9. i did this for three months and then found i was pregnant. my sister had the same tablets as me as she to had fertility problems, she took the medication the same way as i did and she has now had a baby. i am trying again. doctors may have told you to take medication in the way prescribed due to the cycle of your periods.