How Does Clomiphene Work?

How Does Clomiphene Work?

How does Clomiphene Citrate work? Clomiphene triggers the brain's pituitary gland to secrete an increased amount of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and LH (luteinizing hormone). This action stimulates the growth of the ovarian follicle and thus initiates ovulation.

How long does it usually take to get pregnant on Clomid?

Ovulation typically occurs 5 – 10 days after taking the last Clomid pill. So if you took Clomid on days 3 to 7 of your cycle, you are most likely to ovulate between days 10 and 16. Ovulation can, however, occur even later than 10 days after your last Clomid pill, so it's something to keep in mind.

What happens to your body when you take Clomid?

It's an oral medication that is often used to treat certain types of female infertility. Clomid works by making the body think that your estrogen levels are lower than they are, which causes the pituitary gland to increase secretion of follicle stimulating hormone, or FSH, and luteinizing hormone, or LH.

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