Clomid
Noun: A synthetic fertility drug used primarily to induce ovulation in women who have difficulty ovulating. It works by stimulating the release of hormones necessary for egg development and release from the ovaries. Its use is associated with an increased chance of multiple births (e.g., twins).
Clomid is used as a proper noun, referring specifically to the brand-name medication. It is typically discussed in medical contexts. - Example: "After six months of trying to conceive, her doctor prescribed Clomid to help stimulate ovulation." - Example: "A common side effect of Clomid treatment is the possibility of twins or triplets."
- "to be on Clomid": To be undergoing a course of treatment with this drug.
- She was on Clomid for three cycles before becoming pregnant.
- "Clomid cycle": A treatment cycle where the drug is administered.
- They monitored her follicle growth closely during her Clomid cycle.
- Clomiphene citrate: The generic, scientific name for Clomid.
- The active ingredient in Clomid is clomiphene citrate.
- Ovulation induction drug: A general term for medications like Clomid.
- Serophene: Another brand name for the same drug (clomiphene citrate).
- Fertility drug: A general term for medications that assist in conception.
- Ovulation stimulant: A descriptive term for its primary function.
Clomid is a trademarked name. In formal medical writing, the generic name "clomiphene" or "clomiphene citrate" is often preferred. The drug is specifically an estrogen receptor modulator.
- a fertility drug (trade name Clomid) that is used to stimulate ovulation and that has been associated with multiple births