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Clomifene is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Clomifene depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Clomifene is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Clomifene safe for pregnant women?
Clomifene may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clomifene again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clomifene safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Clomifene in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Clomifene is unavailable.
What is the effect of Clomifene on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Clomifene on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clomifene on the Liver?
Clomifene is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clomifene on the Heart?
Side effects of Clomifene rarely affect the heart.
Clomifene should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clomifene unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clomifene habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clomifene is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clomifene does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Clomifene should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clomifene is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clomifene
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Clomifene together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clomifene
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clomifene with alcohol.
Yes, Clomifene may cause hair loss. It is an infrequent and rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
No, Clomifene does not cause hormonal imbalance. In fact, it helps in regulating the hormonal imbalance caused by immature ovarian follicles.
Yes, Clomifene may cause an ovarian cyst. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing pain in your pelvis or back along with irregular menstruation which are symptoms of ovarian cyst, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Clomifene is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as flushing, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Clomifene may cause twins (multiple pregnancies). It occurs because Clomifene increases the possibility of releasing multiple eggs from the ovaries (multiple ovulation). However, the chances of having twins due to this drug are less than 1 out of 10 pregnancies.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Clomid® (clomiphene citrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 312