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Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet

Manufactured byVhb Life Sciences Inc
ContainsClomifene
Description
Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is a medicine used to treat female infertility (inability of women to get pregnant). It works by increasing the release of certain hormones (the body's chemical messengers), which help in inducing ovulation (egg production) in women. Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet has common side effects such as breakthrough bleeding or spotting, headache, breast pain or tenderness, and flushing (feeling of warmth and redness in the face). These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines while taking this medication as it can cause blurring of vision. Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Follow the instructions given by your doctor about the dose and duration of treatment. Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. It is not recommended if you have liver conditions, unknown abnormal vaginal bleeding, cyst (fluid-filled pockets) in your ovary, a pituitary gland or other brain tumour, or thyroid or adrenal gland condition (inability of the thyroid or adrenal gland to produce adequate amount of hormone). Do not take the medicine if you have early menopause (end of women’s menstrual cycle). Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet should be taken with caution if you have hyperlipidaemia (an excess of fats in the blood), hormone-dependent cancer, fibroids (non-cancerous muscular growth) in your womb, or had fits in the past. Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not intended for use in children and adolescents. It is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Blurred vision
  • Hot flashes
  • Stomach pain
  • Weight gain
  • Yellowing of skin and eyes
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Breast pain and tenderness
  • Trouble sleeping

Uses of Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Infertility due to ovulatory failure
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet can be observed after five to ten days.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding that is yet to be diagnosed, due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Thyroid/Adrenal gland disorder

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have an active thyroid or adrenal gland condition (inability of the thyroid or adrenal gland to produce an adequate amount of hormone), due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Endometrial cancer

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have uterine cancer, due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Liver disease

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have liver problems, due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Ovarian cysts

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a cyst (fluid-filled pockets) in your ovary, due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Pituitary gland or other brain tumour

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a pituitary gland or other brain tumour, due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Early menopause or infertility due to other reasons

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have early menopause (end of women’s menstrual cycles) or have been told that you are infertile due to other reasons.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Evaluation of hormone levels

Your doctor may evaluate the levels of sex hormones and rule out conditions like endometrial cancer (cancer of the womb), and ovarian cysts (fluid-filled pockets in the ovaries) before starting the treatment with Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet.

Multiple pregnancies

Use of Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet may increase the risk of multiple pregnancies. It is advised to discuss the risks associated with the use of this medicine with your doctor.

Driving vehicles or operating heavy machines

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet may cause blurred vision. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform activities that require high mental alertness, like driving vehicles or operating heavy machines, if you experience blurring of vision during treatment with this medicine.

Use in children

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet is not intended for use in children less than 18 years of age.

Sports

Athletes are advised not to indulge in certain sports while taking Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet. Archery, racing, shooting, and other high-risk sports should be avoided. Sportspersons should refer to the list of medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) which are not to be taken while participating in specific sports events.

Abdominal/Pelvic pain

Enlargement of ovaries can occur during the treatment with Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet. Report to your doctor if you experience any symptoms such as abdominal or pelvic pain, weight gain, discomfort, or distention. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Hyperlipidaemia

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have hyperlipidaemia (an excess of fats in the blood), as it can worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Hormone-dependent cancer

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have hormone-dependent cancer, as it can worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Fibroids

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have fibroids (non-cancerous muscular growth) in your womb, as it can worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Seziures

Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures (uncontrolled electrical activity of the brain leading to abnormal movements and unconsciousness), as it can worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Missed Dose

Do not miss the dose of Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Do not take more than the recommended dose of Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet. Contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Ospemifene

Bexarotene

Abrocitinib

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. It is usually taken for five days, starting on the fifth day of your period. Do not take more than three courses of treatment. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may increase the risk of side effects. Follow the instructions given by your doctor about the dose and duration of the treatment.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Ovuclom 100 MG Tablet works by increasing the release of certain hormones (the body's chemical messengers), which help in inducing ovulation (egg production) in women.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Synthetic ovulation stimulants

Schedule

Schedule H

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