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Is there a Natural version of Clomid?

MrsBarker
MrsBarker
I was just wondering if any of you might know of a natural, over the counter version of Clomid? TTC and I wont be able to get in to see my doctor to get the prescription. Also, if you have used it, have you had success? Thanks ladies!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Okay, so according to this website: http://www.marilynglenville.com/infertility.htm there's an herb you can take that will level out your hormones and increase your chances of conception. It's called Agnus Castus and according to the site you should not take it if you are using other assisted conception treatments. So, I dunno. That's a start, right? :)
If nothing else, this is a good sight with a lot of info that's new to me.
I'll keep digging!
**Baby dust to you!**
deleted_user
deleted_user
Adding to what the previous reply said, it's also called Vitex or Chasteberry when you look for it in the stores.

I was thinking the same thing but I'm not sure if works like clomid or not. I'm trying Vitex this month but I've read that it can take up to 90 days to build up in your system enough to help.
MrsBarker
MrsBarker
Thank you ladies! I actually have Vitex in my medicine cabinet right now. I didnt know it helped with fertility. I oringinally bought it because I was told it could help with regulating period.. I know they go hand in hand.. I just didnt know it could increase chances of fertility. I am pretty pumped that I dont have to go buy something else though!! lol And 90 days?? awww maaaan.. lol Well, if it helps, I'm going to give it a try. The only other med I am on is progesterone, so I should be okay right? I only take it for the 10 days to help bring on my period. Thanks for the advice! Baby dust to you too!!
Megs525
Megs525
Vitex is supposed to work a lot like Clomid (which is why you aren't supposed to take both at the same time). Something else that I tried once which really seemed to help was False Unicorn Root. I got it from an Amish Herbalist.

Good luck!
deleted_user
deleted_user
If you're already taking progesterone, I don't know if Vitex is the right herb for you since it also stimulates progesterone production. Clomid is an estrogen stimulator, and I think the closest thing to that would be dong quai. Do some more research into it, but if you're really interested in herbal remedies, you should go to an herbalist. They would know best what's going to work in conjunction with the progesterone you're already taking. Good luck!
MrsBarker
MrsBarker
Thank you ladies!