Super Ovulation Induction

This may be offered to couples as a first step before the invasiveness of IVF. Couples with unexplained infertility or women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCO) may be offered super ovulation. It may also be a consideration where the male partner’s semen analysis is suboptimal.

Clomiphene

Chomiphene or Clomid is a tablet that aids the ovaries to produce eggs. As a result it can increase the chances of a multiple birth, which are twins or triplets. Clomid can be used for women who do not ovulate on a regular basis, for example women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCO). It may also be offered to women with unexplained fertility that are ovulating as a first intervention. In such cases it should not be used for more then six cycles.

Clomid is administered on Day 2 of the menstrual cycle for five days. The couple will then be advised to start having sexual intercourse 3 times per week. Clomid can be used in conjunction with follicular tracking to monitor the number of follicles as well as advising timed intercourse around ovulation.