Fertomid

Description

Fertomid is used to treat a condition known as anovulation. This condition causes infertility in women due to the absence of ovulation. Fertomid is also known as Clomiphene in the medical industry.

How It Works

The main ingredient in this drug is clomiphene. This is a selective estrogen receptor modulator. This ingredient blocks the negative actions of the estrogen hormone. This restores the hormonal imbalance in the body and thereby results in ovulation. This alleviates the condition of infertility among women.

Uses

Fertomid is used by women whose ovaries do not function properly. This medication restores ovulation and increases the likelihood of getting pregnant. The drug is also used to restore a normal menstruation cycle in women who experience irregular and inconsistent periods. This medication is also used by men in order to treat infertility since the drug can increase sperm count to a significant degree.

Dosage

Fertomid must be taken once a day with or without food. The drug must be taken for five continuous days starting on the fifth day of the menstrual cycle. You must take the medication at the same time every day. Keeping an alarm will help you to remember. If you miss your dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not double it to compensate for a missed one. This can result in overdosing.

You must not increase the dose in order to enhance the effectiveness of the drug. This will not work. It will only increase the risk of side effects and put your life in danger. If you are making any changes to the dose or the schedule, make sure to consult your physician well ahead.

Side Effects

If you take Fertomid in high doses, you are likely to experience certain adverse health effects. Listed below are some such effects that you need to be concerned about.

 Facial flushes
 Mild abdominal pain
 Bloating
 Dizziness
 Increased nervousness
 Breast soreness
 Insomnia
 Heavier menstrual periods
 Blurred vision

If you experience any of the above, contact your healthcare provider to reverse the effects immediately.

Precautions

Take the following precautionary guidelines into account in order to eliminate the occurrence of side effects.
Do not consume this drug if you have liver disease.

 Check whether you are allergic to any ingredients used in the medication.

 Inform your physician about your current medications including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs and herbal supplements.

 Do not use this drug if you are diagnosed with depression.

 This medication should not be consumed if you experience abnormal bleeding in the uterine wall.

Self-Care

This drug should not be consumed by pregnant women since it can cause birth defects by affecting the fetus. So, if you become pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, speak to your physician about the issue. If you become unexpectedly pregnant, then it is best to avoid the medication during this period. However, do not stop the consumption abruptly. Speak to your healthcare provider and wait for his or her instructions.

The drug can be passed on to the baby through breastfeeding too. The ingredients of the medication can affect a new born child adversely. Therefore, make sure to avoid Fertomid during this period.