Clomid is used for:
Treating female infertility and forcertain conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Clomiphene is an ovulatory stimulant. It works by helping to produce more
hormones that cause your ovaries to release 1 or more eggs.
Do NOT use Clomid if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Clomid
- you are pregnant
- you have abnormal vaginal bleeding
- you have ovarian cysts (small growths on the ovaries) or enlargement not due
to polycystic ovarian syndrome
- you have or have ever had blockage of blood vessels (blood clots) in the
legs, lungs, or other parts of the body
- you have liver problems, uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal gland problems, or
a brain lesion (eg, pituitary gland tumor)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply
to you.
Before using Clomid :
Some medical conditions may interact with Clomiphene. Tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the
following apply to you:
- if you are planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal
preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have depression, endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, or
uterine fibroids
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Clomiphene. However, no specific
interactions with Clomiphene are known at this time.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your
health care provider if Clomid may interact with other medicines that you
take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the
dose of any medicine.
How to use Clomid :
Use Clomid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine
for exact dosing instructions.
- Clomid may be taken with or without food.
- Properly timed sexual intercourse is important for good results. Ovulation
usually occurs 5 to 10 days after a dose of Clomid.
- If pregnancy has not been successful after 3 courses of treatment, further
treatment is not recommended. Long-term use of Clomid is not recommended.
- If you miss a dose of Clomid , contact your doctor for instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use
Clomid.
Important safety information:
- Clomid may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or vision disturbances,
including blurring, spots, and flashes. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do
anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to
Clomid. Using Clomid alone, with certain other medicines, or with
alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous
tasks.
- Enlargement of the ovaries may happen during or shortly after taking
Clomid. Call your health care provider if you experience any stomach or
pelvic pain, weight gain, pain, or stomach enlargement or discomfort while
taking Clomid.
- LAB TESTS, including pregnancy tests, will be needed while you are taking
Clomid. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Use Clomid with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more
sensitive to its effects.
- Clomid is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness
have not been confirmed.
- Pregnancy with more than 1 fetus (eg, twins) is possible while you are
taking Clomid. Be sure you have discussed the potential complications and
hazards of multiple pregnancy.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Clomid if you are or become
pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor; it is
important to not take Clomid while pregnant. It is unknown if Clomid is
excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Clomid.
Possible side effects of Clomid :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side
effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist
or become bothersome:
Blurred vision or vision problems (spots or flashes); breast tenderness;
dizziness; enlarged breasts; enlargement of the ovaries; flushing; headache; hot
flashes; lightheadedness; mood change; nausea; pelvic pain or bloating; stomach
pain; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in
the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue)increased risk of cancer
of the ovaries; over stimulation of the ovaries; spontaneous abortion.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
- The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for
different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture
and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were
manufactured.
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