TTC on Clomid and Fertility Monitor Test sticks?

Question

I am on Clomid -just took my last of a four dose bottle yesterday. The doctor recommended to use Ovulation predictor sticks as well as the clomid..I was wondering of your input on if they worked for you? Thanks

Answer 1

I've used Clomid many times and also used Ovulation Predictor Tests and had no problem with them. Now, if you are talking about the ovulation monitor strips--the kind you put in the little computer and it reads the strip for you, then no, it won't work because of the clomid. But the regular kind you buy and pee on and see what color the lines are is just fine. Clearblue easy is my fav brand.

Answer 2

Here is some advice about using clomid and OPKs. It is important to time it right or you may get a false reading:

"Clomid (Serophene/clomiphene citrate) can cause a false positive in OPKs if taken too soon after finishing the prescription. According to most of the manufacturers you should wait at least 3 days before using an OPK. If you take Clomid days 3-7 you can begin testing on day 10. If you take it 5-9, you should wait until day 12."

Clomid did make me ovulate on schedule, and OPKs helped me pinpoint during natural cycles when I was ovulating, but neither worked for me (as far as getting pregnant). But it does work for many people, and I hope you are one it helps. Good luck!

Answer 3

I conceived on my third round (month) of Clomid coupled with at-home HCG injections...

The specialist I was seeing at the time "didn't believe" in using the OPK's (or ovulation predictor kit? that is what you mean by "fertility monitor test sticks", right?) because using the injections of HCG sort of took care of that.... The HCG forced ovulation... so I knew when I was ovulating based on that rather than guessing with the sticks.... It was kinda nice in a way... but the at-home injection thing kinda freaked me out.... lol I remember thinking, "Isn't there anyone a little more qualified that could be doing this...?" :)

Best of luck to you!

Answer 4

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