subject: Women's Health Clomiphene (clomid) [print this page] Brand name: Brand name:
Clomid
Generic name:
Clomiphene
Description:
Clomid (Clomiphene) is a fertility agent used to stimulate ovulation in women who want to become pregnant. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Treating female infertility and forcertain conditions as determined by your doctor.Clomid is an ovulatory stimulant. It works by helping to produce more hormones that cause your ovaries to release 1 or more eggs.
How to use Clomid:
Use Clomid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
* Take Clomid by mouth 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 right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use 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; itching; 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.
