Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for Clomid
Uses
This medication is used to treat infertility. It may also be used to diagnose certain conditions.
Notes
It is important to remain closely monitored by your doctor.
Keep out of reach of children and do not give this drug to others.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store in the bathroom.
Clomid
How To Use
It is important that this medication be taken as directed.
Follow your dosing schedule carefully.
Be sure to ask your doctor if you have any questions.
You may be asked to record your body temperature and to properly time sexual intercourse for best results.
Side Effects
May cause dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, stomach upset, bloating, or nausea.
These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
Report promptly mental/mood changes, skin rash, hot flashes, stomach pain, breast tenderness, blurred vision or abnormal vaginal bleeding.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of liver disease, psychiatric problems, ovarian cysts, blood clots, cancer, abnormal vaginal bleeding, thyroid problems or adrenal gland disease.
Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving) since this drug may cause dizziness or blurred vision.
Use of this medication may result in multiple births (e.g., twins, triplets).
Clomiphene must not be used during pregnancy.
If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not known if clomiphene passes into breast milk.
Clomiphene may reduce milk production.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, contact your doctor promptly.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of other fertility treatments.