Hey there, The monitoring is very important when you are on Clomid, I think, especially since timing is of the essence and that timing is usually confirmed by u/s and blood work. I am not sure if you've been on Clomid before (having a brief memory lapse) but generally you go in for an u/s and blood work on the third day of your cycle and you take it CD 5-9 based on what the tests reveal. I also think u/s is important because if for some crazy reason it makes your ovaries kick out many eggs there is an increased chance of multiples (10%, approximately) I know it seems I am very "pro-monitoring", but we spend 1200 dollars a month for sperm so I would never do an unmonitored cycle, anyway. I do know that Clomid generally costs about 50 bucks a month. Clomid is often prescribed by OB/GYNs so it may be covered under your regular Rx benefit. I would call your insurance right quick and demand answers. I am also very grateful for my insurance because it is amazing but I've had to deal with the same stuff, not knowing exactly what is covered, which drugs are mail away, etc... it is frustrating. I did one Clomid cycle and my co-pay was 5 bucks. How many mg are they going to put you on? Good luck and keep us posted. XO, J.
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Date: 2007-03-13 08:37 pm (UTC)The monitoring is very important when you are on Clomid, I think, especially since timing is of the essence and that timing is usually confirmed by u/s and blood work. I am not sure if you've been on Clomid before (having a brief memory lapse) but generally you go in for an u/s and blood work on the third day of your cycle and you take it CD 5-9 based on what the tests reveal. I also think u/s is important because if for some crazy reason it makes your ovaries kick out many eggs there is an increased chance of multiples (10%, approximately) I know it seems I am very "pro-monitoring", but we spend 1200 dollars a month for sperm so I would never do an unmonitored cycle, anyway. I do know that Clomid generally costs about 50 bucks a month. Clomid is often prescribed by OB/GYNs so it may be covered under your regular Rx benefit. I would call your insurance right quick and demand answers. I am also very grateful for my insurance because it is amazing but I've had to deal with the same stuff, not knowing exactly what is covered, which drugs are mail away, etc... it is frustrating. I did one Clomid cycle and my co-pay was 5 bucks. How many mg are they going to put you on? Good luck and keep us posted.
XO,
J.