Clomiphene 50mg
Clomiphene 50mg is one of 1 strengths in which Clomiphene (Clomiphene Citrate) is supplied. The full range is 50mg. This page covers what the 50mg strength is used for and how it fits into typical dosing.
Forms and dosages
Clomiphene is supplied as 50mg tablets. The recommended starting dose is 50mg once daily for 5 days, beginning on day 2 to 5 of the menstrual cycle. If ovulation does not occur, the dose may be increased to 100mg or 150mg per day in subsequent cycles by the prescribing specialist. According to the prescribing information, the lowest effective dose is preferred, and treatment should not exceed 6 cycles without re-evaluation.
Indications
Clomiphene is indicated for ovulation induction in women with anovulatory infertility and intact pituitary-ovarian axis function, when other causes of infertility have been excluded or are being addressed. Polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common indication. The medication is not indicated for routine fertility enhancement in regularly ovulating women, for primary ovarian failure, or for any male indication (although off-label male use exists in some specialist settings).
All strengths
- 50mg
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