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Enclomiphene

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Enclomiphene

Enclomiphene is a fertility medication given to women to induce the process of ovulation. It is sometimes given in combination along with dydrogesterone to keep the reproductive cycle regular.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as breast tenderness, nausea, hot flushes, mood disorders, abdominal pain, bloating, rapid weight gain, increased sensitivity, heavy vaginal bleeding, difficulty with vision and breathing and headache. Should you experience any allergic reaction seek the help of your health care provider right away.

Before you start taking this medication notify your physician if: you suffer from vaginal bleeding, you have ovarian cyst, you have liver/thyroid disorder, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you are allergic to any food/medicine/substance, you have uterine fibroids, you have a tumor in the pituitary gland, you are already pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The dosage for this medication should be based on your age, medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults for inducing ovulation is 50 mg orally once daily for a period of 5 days. Therapy needs to be started on the 5th day of menstruation.

    What are the uses of Enclomiphene

    • Female Infertility

    What are the side effects of Enclomiphene ?

    Key highlights of Enclomiphene

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Enclowin 25mg capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Enclomiphene, please consult your doctor.

    Medicines containing Enclomiphene

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Enclomiphene as ingredient

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is primarily used for the treatment of male hypogonadism. The medication restrains the estrogen receptors, which in turn leads to the increased gonadotropin secretion in the body. The same drug increases the production of gonadal testosterone.

      What are the interactions of Enclomiphene ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Evafem 2Mg Tablet

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        Onabet Powder

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      References

      • Enclomiphene-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/enclomiphene

      • Enclomiphene-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB06735

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician

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