Fertility Glossary

Prescription medicine

A medicine that may legally only be supplied on a clinician's prescription.

Fertility medicines are prescription-only and need monitoring. Buying and using them without supervision risks overstimulation, multiple pregnancy and wasted money.

Related terms

Fertility medication

Medicines used to stimulate ovulation, control the cycle or support the lining.

Registered pharmacy

A pharmacy legally licensed to dispense medicines.

Ovulation induction

Medication used to trigger the release of an egg where ovulation is irregular or absent.

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