A Clomid cycle refers to a fertility treatment where the medication clomiphene citrate is taken orally for five days early in the menstrual cycle to induce ovulation. It stimulates the pituitary gland to release more follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), encouraging the growth and release of an egg. Ovulation is usually monitored via ultrasound or LH testing, and timed intercourse or IUI is planned accordingly.