Clomifene
Also sold as: Clomid, Fertomid
Prescription neededFamily planning and hormones
Comes as:Tablet
Usual adult dose
Dose is set by a fertility doctor: usually 50 mg once a day for 5 days, starting on day 2 to 5 of the cycle, for no more than 6 cycles. Monitoring by a doctor is needed.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- hot flushes
- bloating
- breast tenderness
- headache
- mood changes
- twins
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- blurred vision or flashing lights
- severe abdominal pain or swelling
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Pregnancy
- Liver disease
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Ovarian cysts (not caused by PCOS)
- Vision problems during earlier treatment
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.