Common Fertility Drugs
December 03, 2008 @ 05:18 PM — by unknown
Fertility drugs are a common treatment for infertility caused by ovulation disorders. There are several different types of fertility drugs, and they basically work by stimulating the release of the hormones that cause ovulation. Prior to prescribing fertility drugs, your doctor must pinpoint your exact hormonal/fertility issue; this is because the use of hormones is so prevalent with fertility drug therapy.
Clomid
The first fertility drug we will talk about is an oral medication called Clomid, or Serophene, which has been used for over 25 years. Clomid is often a doctor's first choice because it has been used for so long, and it has proven effective time and time again. This particular drug is an anti-estrogen drug that works by stimulating the hypothalamus and pituitary gland to release hormones that induce ovulation.
Clomid is often used in conjunction with other assisted reproductive therapies such as in vitro fertilization or artificial insemination. An estimated 60% to 80% of
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