NPC, Vitex and Dong Quai....OH MY! Need help

rachel_73 · 09-24-2004, 01:35 AM

My head is reeling! I am reading back through some past posts and am so confused.

I recently came off of bc pills (about five weeks ago) and haven't had AF since (not pg). I need to have a period and would prefer not to use provera. What is the best natural supplement to bring down an AF? How long do I have to use the product before I see results? Do I start immediately? How many days should I use the product?

I am hoping to bring down AF and then try the soy isoflavones thing.

Thanks!

rachel_73 · 09-24-2004, 01:42 AM

I should add that I do not ovulate (never have, except when on clomid......that did make me ovulate), so any products that will help stimulate ovulation would also be appreciated.

But the AF thing is the main concern now. I know from past experience that I can either go for months and months without AF, then have a horrible period, or I'll end up starting a period that will go for months and months (think every day for nine months.....that was a good time).

TIA!

ava2002 · 09-24-2004, 02:17 AM

NPC always works for me. I never have AF on my own. I just pick a day and start using it that is if you haven't seen AF in a long time. Sounds like that is the case with you. I just use the Wal Mart brand for 14 days. Then take a 14 day break. Be careful when you start using the Soy and wait for O. NPC can suppress O. I use 1/4 teaspoon twice a day. Usually not long after I stop it, AF will show. Hope this helps.

rachel_73 · 09-24-2004, 01:25 PM

How long should I wait before I try the soy (after using NPC)?

ava2002 · 09-24-2004, 02:00 PM

I have NEVER tried the soy so take my advice with a grain of salt. That said, I would think you should take the soy like clomid on cd 3-7 or 5-9. I would say cd 3-7 just because that is when I took clomid per the RE and got preg w/ my son. HTH!

rachel_73 · 09-25-2004, 11:00 AM

Thanks!