Brand Name
Serophene
Common Name
clomiphene citrate
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 00893722 | SEROPHENE 50MG TABLET |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
This medication belongs to the class of medications called ovulatory agents. It is used as a fertility medication by women who are having trouble becoming pregnant because ovulation is not occurring in a normal manner. It works by causing ovulation to occur.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
The recommended starting dose of clomiphene is 50 mg daily for 5 days.
If the woman has had no recent uterine bleeding, it may be started at any time. If bleeding occurs (spontaneous or progestin-induced) prior to therapy, clomiphene is started on or about Day 5 of the cycle. If ovulation does not occur in the first cycle after using the medication, a dose of 100 mg daily for 5 days can be used for the next cycle as directed by your doctor. The maximum dose for this medication is 100 mg daily for 5 days. It is recommended not to use this medication for more than 6 cycles of treatment.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones given here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, take both doses together and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Each round, white scored tablet, identified "S" on one side, contains clomiphene citrate 50 mg.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Clomiphene should not be taken by anyone who:
- is allergic to clomiphene or any of the ingredients of the medication
- is pregnant
- has abnormal vaginal bleeding of unknown cause
- has a hormone-dependent tumour (tumours which can be stimulated to grow by sex hormones such as estrogen)
- has depression
- has fibroid tumours of the uterus
- has liver disease or has had reduced liver function in the past
- has ovarian cysts (not associated with polycystic ovary)
- has thrombophlebitis (inflammation of a vein with formation of a blood clot)
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