How should I take clomiphene?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Clomiphene is usually taken for 5 days at a time, and your doctor may occasionally change your dose.
You will most likely ovulate within 5 to 10 days after you take clomiphene. To improve your chance of becoming pregnant, you should have sexual intercourse while you are ovulating.
Your doctor may have you take your temperature each morning and record your daily readings on a chart. This will help you determine when you can expect ovulation to occur. The timing of sex and ovulation is important for clomiphene to work.
You will need frequent pelvic examinations. You must remain under the care of a doctor while you are using clomiphene.
In most cases, clomiphene should not be used for more than 3 treatment cycles. Using clomiphene for longer than 3 treatment cycles may increase your risk of developing an ovarian tumor. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
If you do not get pregnant after 3 treatment cycles, your doctor may stop treatment and evaluate your infertility further.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.