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Brand Names: Clomid, Serophene

Generic Name: clomiphene (Pronunciation: KLOE mih feen)

• What is clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What are the possible side effects of clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What is the most important information I should know about clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• Who should not take clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• How should I take clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What happens if I overdose (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What should I avoid while taking clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• What other drugs will affect clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?

Clomiphene stimulates the release of hormones necessary for ovulation to occur.

Clomiphene is used to stimulate ovulation (the release of an egg) when a woman's ovaries can produce a follicle but hormonal stimulation is deficient.

Clomiphene may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Clomiphene 50 mg-TEV

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What are the possible side effects of clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?

Stop taking clomiphene and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).

The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) has been reported to occur in patients receiving clomiphene. Symptoms of OHSS include swelling of the hands or legs, abdominal pain and swelling, shortness of breath, weight gain, and nausea or vomiting. OHSS can be fatal. Notify your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention if you develop any of these side effects.

Other side effects may also occur. Notify your doctor if you experience

• ovarian enlargement presenting as abdominal or pelvic pain, tenderness, pressure, or swelling;
• flushing;
• nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
• breast tenderness or discomfort;
• blurred vision or other visual disturbances;
• headache; or
• abnormal uterine bleeding.

Clomiphene may increase the likelihood of multiple births. Multiple births may carry additional risk both for the mother and for the fetuses.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about clomiphene (Clomid, Serophene)?

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Clomiphene may cause blurred vision or other visual side effects during or shortly after therapy. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any visual side effects and use caution when performing hazardous activities, especially under conditions of variable lighting.

Clomiphene may increase the likelihood of multiple births. Multiple births may carry additional risk both for the mother and for the fetuses.

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