Supplements for IVF Implantation: What the Science Says

Question
Good day Dr Ramirez

I was wondering what supplements and vitamins can I take to increase my chances of implantation in an IVF cycle?

Answer
Hello Vicky,

There are no natural supplements that I know of that can help with implantation.  I do add aspirin 81mg per day, Heparin and Medrol to my patients that have had implantation failures or failed IVF cycles because these meds have been shown to increase endometrial oxygenation and decreased miscarriage rates.  Before you use these, however, it should be done in consultation with your IVF doctor so that you are not going against any protocols that he/she may be using.

Good Luck,

Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com

Monterey, California, U.S.A.

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