Clomiphene Citrate
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Infertility |
| Therapy | Drugs For Female Infertility |
| Side Effects | Hot flushes, nausea, vomiting, bloating |
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Molecule Description
Clomiphene Citrate is used for the treatment of infertility in women. It is used to induce ovulation (formation of egg) in some women who are not able to produce eggs but wish to become pregnant. It works by acting on oestrogen receptors in the brain, which supports the formation, development and release of an egg from ovaries. The dose, frequency and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor, take it exactly as directed by your doctor.
Uses
Infertility in women
Contraindications
When should one not use Clomiphene Citrate
- If you are allergic to clomiphene or any other ingredient of this medicine.
- If you have or previously had liver disease or a cyst on your ovary.
- If you experience unusual menstrual bleeding where the cause is not known.
- If you have a type of cancer that is made worse by hormones.
- If you are pregnant. A negative pregnancy test should be confirmed before starting the treatment.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Bloating
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Breast discomfort
- Spotting
- Hot flushes
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have 'fibroids' in your womb or polycystic ovaries or any other problem with ovaries.
- You have or had hypertriglyceridemia (an excess of fats in the blood) or a family history of hypertriglyceridemia.
- You are having an early menopause or have stopped having periods because you are under-weight.
- You have fits or seizures or any other medical condition.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Clomiphene Citrate works by acting on oestrogen receptors in the brain. Oestrogen is a female sex hormone that plays numerous roles in sexual and reproductive development in females. In women who do not ovulate regularly, it is difficult to get pregnant (infertility). Clomiphene Citrate in such conditions supports ovulation and formation, development and release of an egg from ovaries.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Clomiphene Citrate can affect the way some other medicines work. Also, some medicines can affect the way Clomiphene Citrate works.
- Thus, tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
Dosage
Overdose
In an event of overdose seek immediate medical help.
Missed a Dose
If you forget a dose, talk to your doctor as you may need to change your treatment cycle. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
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