Fertilan Dosage & Drug Information

Indications/Uses

Induction of ovulation in women w/ hypothalamic-pituitary dysfunction including PCOS. Induction of multiple follicular development in women undergoing superovulation for assisted conception techniques eg, in vitro fertilization.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1st course: 1 tab daily for 5 days from 5th day of the cycle. If no ovulation occurs, 2 tab daily for 5 days. Max: 3 cycles, or 6 cycles if ovulation but not pregnancy occurs.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Pregnancy; liver disease; undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding; visual symptoms during previous treatment w/ clomiphene; causes of infertility other than ovarian dysfunction, ovarian cysts (except polycystic ovary disease). Primary ovarian or pituitary failure.

Special Precautions

Polycystic ovary disease.

Adverse Reactions

Dose-related hot flushes; abdominal discomfort; blurred vision; ovarian enlargement; allergic rash, urticaria; CNS disturbances; abnormal LFTs; multiple pregnancies.

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MIMS Class

Trophic Hormones & Related Synthetic Drugs

ATC Classification

G03GB02 - clomifene ; Belongs to the class of synthetic agents used as ovulation stimulants.

Regulatory Classification

P₁S₁S₃

Presentation/Packing

Form

Fertilan tab 50 mg

Packing/Price

10's

Fertilan

clomifene

Manufacturer:

Codal Synto

Distributor:

CNW