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About Clomiziv 50mg Tablet

CLOMIPHENE belongs to the group of medications called ‘ovulation stimulants’ used to treat infertility in women who are not ovulating (producing an egg) properly or have irregular or no menstrual cycle. The problem with ovulation is a common cause of infertility in women.

CLOMIPHENE contains ‘clomiphene’ which belongs to the class of ‘ovulation stimulants’. It is used to induce ovulation (egg production) in a woman who has problems with ovulation and wishes to get pregnant. This medicine works by stimulating the production of hormones that are responsible for the ovulation process.  

CLOMIPHENE is available in the form of tablets. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of CLOMIPHENE are flushing (reddening of the skin, especially the face), vasomotor symptoms (night sweats and hot flushes), abdominal bloating or discomfort, and nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick), headache, vision problems, and breast pain. Tell your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take CLOMIPHENE if you are allergic to clomiphene or any other ingredients present in it, develop any allergic symptoms such as a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat, or tongue, previously diagnosed with liver disease, unexplained and unusual menstrual bleeding, have a type of cancer that gets worse by hormones, or have an ovarian cyst.  It is not recommended to use in pregnant women. So, it is advised to take a pregnancy test before using this medicine. It is also not recommended for use in children, adolescents, men, and post-menopausal women. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding as this medicine may affect the amount of breast milk produced. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other prescription, non-prescription medicines, or herbal products before taking this medicine.

Uses of Clomiziv 50mg Tablet

Female infertility

Medicinal Benefits of Clomiziv 50mg Tablet

CLOMIPHENE is used for fertility enhancement in women who are experiencing infertility due to problems with ovulation (production and release of an egg from the ovary). It works by stimulating the hormones that are necessary for the ovulation process.

Directions for Use

CLOMIPHENE is available in the form of tablets. Tablets: It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, chew, or crush it. The tablets are usually prescribed once a day for 5 days. However, the dose and duration are given by your doctor based on your health condition. It is usually recommended to take the tablet at the same time every day for the best results. If your condition does not improve after completion of the course of therapy, speak to your doctor.

Side Effects of Clomiziv 50mg Tablet

• Flushing (reddening of the skin, especially the face)
• Vasomotor symptoms (night sweats and hot flushes)
• Abdominal bloating
• Abdominal discomfort
• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Vomiting (being sick)
• Headache
• Visual disturbances
• Breast tenderness

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking CLOMIPHENE, inform your doctor if you are having an early menopause, diagnosed as infertile, stopped menstrual periods due to being underweight, previously diagnosed with fits or seizures (fits), uterine fibroids (non-cancerous tumors in the womb), polycystic ovaries (presence of small cysts on the enlarged ovaries), swollen ovaries, or hypertriglyceridemia (increased fat levels in the body) or a family history of hypertriglyceridemia. Your doctor may also check for other causes of infertility before prescribing this medicine. CLOMIPHENE contains lactose and sucrose, so inform your doctor if you have any intolerance to sugars.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CLOMIPHENE should not be used along with an anti-cancer agent (bexarotene) as it may cause pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

CLOMIPHENE should be used with caution in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding, liver failure, hyperlipidemia (increased fat levels), uncontrolled adrenal gland dysfunction, thyroid problems, and pituitary tumors.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol consumption may worsen your condition and increase the risk of side effects.

PREGNANCY

CLOMIPHENE is a category X drug. It should not be given to pregnant women as CLOMIPHENE doesn't benefit this population and may also cause birth defects/congenital disabilities in the unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING

CLOMIPHENE decreases the supply of breast milk. So, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

CLOMIPHENE may cause vision problems, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking CLOMIPHENE until your vision gets normal.

LIVER

CLOMIPHENE should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver disease as the liver metabolizes this medicine. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

KIDNEY

CLOMIPHENE can be used in patients with kidney diseases if clinically required.