IVF meds

[desert_island]

So, our medication arrived today and I feel totally overwhelmed by the sheer number of boxes and needles that I have no clue about. I know I have to start with the Suprecur, but I have no idea about the rest. I'm the kind of person who writes lists for everything and gets stressed when they don't have a solid plan, so not knowing what to expect or exactly what to do is really panicking me (and we haven't even started yet!!).

Did anyone else feel like this? X

[Sunshineraye]

Hey, I’m the same as you in regards to not knowing. Have your clinic given you your protocol? If not could you ask for one?

Mind did and it really helped organise my box of meds in order x

[desert_island in reply to Sunshineraye]

They've said what to do to start with and given me an outline of what else happens, but I don't know exactly when I will need to other meds and what each one is for etc. I might give them a call and ask. Thanks x

[Drives]

I felt exactly like this!! My consultant & hubby both laughed when I whipped out my notebook & questions during appointments. I love a list & if I don't write something down - it goes straight out my head 🙈

The nurses will talk you through everything step by step and there are some great videos to watch incase you need a reminder. Once you've done the first one you will be fine and soon be a pro 😉

Good luck on your journey! x x

[Ruby26]

I was the same my first cycle. The nurses should give you a plan of what to do what day. I made myself daily spreadsheets so i could tick off what I’ve done and I feel more organised! X

[Dogpark]

Hi desert_island,

I just went through my first cycle and had the same feeling. You do get a big box of meds. After a few days you'll get your head around it and then it will be no big deal. Hang in there.

[mary77777]

Hi. I am also organized and you should get used

Below some remarks and reasons.

I am from Romania and here we buy the meds from specific pharmacies after doctor’s prescription.

My clinic (or at least my doctor) did not prescribe all meds from the start. I had 4 scans and after each one she would prescribe some meds (with a bit of planning ahead), so I also had to go to the pharmacy 4 times. The reason is that they check the evolution and can adjust the treatment period, dosage or certain meds as needed. They generally do not know 100% all necessary meds and dosages from the start and if they would give you a full schedule, that might suffer changes and could become confusing. Also, you may risk to buy too much meds (and they are not cheap) - happened to a friend.

I did a daily list of injections (step by step as I received the instructions), marking also the place on my belly, to alternate as necessary.

Hope this sheds more light on the process.

Good luck!

[Kyell2]

I’d say give your clinic a call and ask for help. Mine does a teaching appointment to show me how to mix the meds and inject and give me a timetable with dates. I’m sure they will help you out, it’s all so overwhelming xx

[desert_island]

Thanks all! I phoned today and got some more info so feeling a bit more clued up now. I just want to get started now and hopefully then I'll stop worrying about what to expect quite so much and can just try to get on with it. Xxx