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Polycythemia is a condition in which there is a net increase in the total circulating erythrocyte (red blood cell) mass of the body. Primary polycythemia occurs when excess erythrocytes are produced as a result of a proliferative abnormality of the bone marrow. Secondary polycythemia is caused by increases of erythropoietin that result in an increased production of...

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1st time starting Clomid 1/14

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I'm starting clomid for the first time tomorrow. I'm optimistic but wondering how any of you have reacted to Clomid and what types of side effects you have? I am on call the last night I take clomid and am wondering if I need to switch call nights with a co-worker because I was told Clomid can make you dizzy and you shouldn't drive after taking it?

They told me to take it before I go to bed and the same time every day? Is this what you do? I also work a swing shift and am wondering if I take the tablets within an hour of my regular time of taking it -will that be ok?

Feed back is appreciated!
MrsBarker
MrsBarker
When I took it I got some pretty intense headaches. I was fine driving though. When it comes to timing, my doctor said its pretty important to take it at the same time everyday... but I dont know that one hours would make a big difference. Everyone reacts differently to it. I hope it goes well! Good luck to you!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I just finished my first round a couple weeks ago. I likewise had some intense head aches/pain. I was only told to be sure to take it the same time every day. No specifications to the exact time of day. since clomid is working to send signals to your brain you MAY experience some dizziness or headaches. Good luck!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Its been two years since I tried it but I wish you luck either way!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I just finished a round of it on Wednesday. Last time I had hot flahes but not this time. I must say I have had some wild dreams lately. I get a slight headache. This time I took my meds at lunch time. Last time right before bed. Good Luck to you!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm also on Clomid (50mg) for the first time.Today I'll be taking my 4th pill out of 5.So far no side effects.No headaches no hot flashes or any other side effects mentioned by the manufacturer.
I have an USG on my CD12 i.e on Jan 19.Also scheduled for an IUI this month.
I'm 24 and we were TTC for 6 months but no BFP.We went to RE he checked everything and said I don't have any problem neither my DH do.
keepingthehope
keepingthehope
No side effect when I took the 100mg (or the 50). My doctor did not stress taking it at the same time everyday so sometime I was off by a little bit.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I have done three rounds. The first time 50mg, the others 150 mg. I didn't feel any different the first two times. This last time, I felt a little more emotional that usual. Nothing significant. Good luck. Update us soon.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Thanks everyone! I am doing well so far...1 day left after today then on to estradoil! I have had a little headache today (not sure if its clomid related or not) and some mild hot flashes yesterday & today - but nothing really out of the ordinary....we will see what happens on Friday when I look at my ovaries to see if I have maturing follicles!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I really recommend metformin also if clomid does not work I posted on your other discussiona nd explained more so I won't repeat it all but I got pregnant 3 times after not ever conceiving
deleted_user
deleted_user
50mg Clomid w/ 1500mg metformin didn't work this month :( Sad but trying to stay positive...next month is just around the corner
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