Clomiphene / Clomifene

Uses	Women infertility
Therapy	Drugs For Female Infertility
Side Effects	Nausea, vomiting, bloating, breast discomfort, hot flushes, headache

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Molecule Description

Clomiphene / Clomifene is used for the treatment of infertility in women. It is used to induce ovulation (formation of egg) in women who are not able to produce eggs but want to become pregnant. It works by acting on estrogen receptors in the brain. It supports the formation, development and release of an egg from the ovaries. The dose, frequency and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as directed by your doctor. Do not take it more often than prescribed. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Take Clomiphene / Clomifene at the same time every day for optimal benefits. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Uses

Infertility in women.

Contraindications

When should one not use Clomiphene / Clomifene

You are allergic to clomiphene or any component of Clomiphene / Clomifene.
You have or had liver disease or a cyst on your ovary.
You experience unusual menstrual bleeding where the cause is not known.
You have a type of cancer that is made worse by hormones.
You are pregnant, before initiating the treatment a negative pregnancy test should be confirmed.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Bloating
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Breast discomfort
Hot flushes
Headache

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

You should not take Clomiphene / Clomifene during pregnancy. A negative pregnancy test should be confirmed before initiating treatment with this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Clomiphene / Clomifene should not be taken during breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.

Driving

You may experience blurred vision while taking Clomiphene / Clomifene. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines.

Alcohol

There is limited information available on the interaction of Clomiphene / Clomifene with alcohol. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

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 underweight.
You have fits or seizures or any other medical condition.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Clomiphene / Clomifene works by acting on estrogen receptors in the brain, which increases the release of hormones that stimulate ovulation. Estrogen is a female sex hormone that plays numerous roles in sexual and reproductive development in females. This hormone is very important for childbearing.
Clomiphene / Clomifene in such conditions supports ovulation and formation, development and release of an egg from ovaries.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Clomiphene / Clomifene works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Dosage

Overdose

In an event of an overdose of Clomiphene / Clomifene, seek immediate medical help.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Clomiphene / Clomifene, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, Clomiphene / Clomifene is used for the treatment of infertility in women. It does not have any role in improving sperm count or quality.

Clomiphene / Clomifene works by acting on estrogen receptors in the brain. This medicine supports the ovulation and formation, development & release of an egg from ovaries in women who are not able to ovulate and wish to become pregnant.

Clomiphene / Clomifene is a medicine used for infertility. Do not use this medicine for any other condition on your own.

You may experience hot flushes, nausea, vomiting, headache, breast discomfort etc. However, not everyone taking this medicine gets these side effects.

Clomiphene / Clomifene is used for the treatment of infertility in women. It is used to induce ovulation (formation of egg) in women who are not able to produce eggs but want to become pregnant.

Take Clomiphene / Clomifene as directed by your doctor. Swallow as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.