- CLOMIPHENE/CLOMID (phenate)
Treats ovulation problems in women who want to become
pregnant.
Brand Name(s): ClomidŽ, MilopheneŽ, SeropheneŽ
WHEN YOU SHOULD NOT USE THIS MEDICINE
You should not use this medicine if you have had an
allergic reaction to clomiphene, are pregnant (or think you might be pregnant), or if you
have liver disease, cysts on the ovaries, enlarged ovaries, or unusual vaginal bleeding.
HOW TO USE AND STORE THIS MEDICINE
Tablets:
- Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and when to
start.
- Take your medicine at the same time every day.
- You should be checked for pregnancy or ovulation by your
doctor between treatments.
- You may need to take and record your basal body temperature
every day - ask your doctor.
- Store at room temperature. Keep clomiphene away from heat,
moisture, and light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
If you miss a dose:
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
- Tell your doctor if you have missed any doses, because this
may affect your treatment.
DRUGS AND FOODS TO AVOID
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other
medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
WARNINGS
- If you think you might be pregnant, stop taking this
medicine and tell your doctor.
- Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have
thyroid problems.
- Multiple births (such as twins or triplets) are possible
when taking clomiphene.
- This medicine may cause changes in vision such as blurring
or trouble focusing. If this becomes severe, tell your doctor. Be careful driving or
operating machinery.
SIDE EFFECTS
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these side
effects:
- Severe lower stomach pain
- Nausea, vomiting
- Weight gain.
- Blurred vision
If you have problems with these less serious side effects,
talk with your doctor.
- "Hot flashes"
- Breast tenderness
- Dizziness
- Nervousness or trouble sleeping
- Headache
- Stomach pain and bloating
- Mood changes
IF YOU HAVE OTHER SIDE EFFECTS THAT YOU THINK ARE CAUSED BY
THIS MEDICINE, TELL YOUR DOCTOR.
