It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Profertil before taking it.
What is Profertil
Clomiphene is a non-steroidal fertility medicine. It causes the pituitary gland to release hormones needed to stimulate ovulation. Clomiphene is used to cause ovulation in women with certain medical conditions (such as polycystic ovary syndrome) that prevent naturally occurring ovulation. Clomiphene may also be used for purposes not listed in Profertil guide.
Profertil side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Some women using this medicine develop a condition called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, especially after the first treatment. OHSS can be a life threatening condition. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of OHSS:
stomach pain, bloating;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
rapid weight gain, especially in your face and midsection;
little or no urinating; or
pain when you breathe, rapid heart rate, feeling short of breath (especially when lying down).
Stop using clomiphene and call your doctor at once if you have:
pelvic pain or pressure, enlargement in your pelvic area;
vision problems;
seeing flashes of light or "floaters" in your vision;
increased sensitivity of your eyes to light; or
heavy vaginal bleeding.
Common side effects may include:
hot flashes;
headache;
breast pain or tenderness;
mild stomach discomfort; or
breakthrough bleeding or spotting.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
Can Profertil be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
What other drugs will affect Profertil?
Other drugs may interact with clomiphene, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.
Who should not take Profertil?
You should not use clomiphene if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
abnormal vaginal bleeding;
an ovarian cyst that is not related to polycystic ovary syndrome;
past or present liver disease;
a tumor of your pituitary gland;
an untreated or uncontrolled problem with your thyroid or adrenal gland; or
if you are pregnant.
To make sure clomiphene is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
endometriosis or uterine fibroids.
FDA pregnancy category X. Do not use clomiphene if you are already pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about the possible effects of clomiphene on a new pregnancy.
It is not known whether clomiphene passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. This medication may slow breast milk production in some women. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Using clomiphene for longer than 3 treatment cycles may increase your risk of developing an ovarian tumor. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
Fertility treatment may increase your chance of having multiple births (twins, triplets). These are high-risk pregnancies both for the mother and the babies. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about this risk.
How should I take Profertil?
Your doctor will perform medical tests to make sure you do not have conditions that would prevent you from safely using clomiphene.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Clomiphene is usually taken for 5 days, starting on the 5th day of your menstrual period. Follow your doctor's instructions.
You will need to have a pelvic examination before each treatment cycle. You must remain under the care of a doctor while you are using clomiphene.
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.
If ovulation occurs but you do not get pregnant after 3 treatment cycles, your doctor may stop treatment and evaluate your infertility further.
In most cases, clomiphene should not be used for more than 3 treatment cycles.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
Can Profertil be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Profertil be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Profertil, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Profertil. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Two patients reported useful
How active was the Profertil in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Profertil were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients
%
Useful
2
100.0%
Four patients reported side effects
Does the Profertil Have Any Side Effects? Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Profertil. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Profertil.
Patients
%
No side effects
3
75.0%
It has side effects
1
25.0%
Two patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Profertil is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Profertil medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
%
Expensive
2
100.0%
Fourteen patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Profertil? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Profertil should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
Once in a day
8
57.1%
Twice in a day
5
35.7%
4 times in a day
1
7.1%
Twelve patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Profertil May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
11-50mg
6
50.0%
101-200mg
3
25.0%
1-5mg
1
8.3%
501mg-1g
1
8.3%
51-100mg
1
8.3%
Nine patients reported time for results
How long will I use Profertil before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 5 days and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Profertil. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Profertil kindly click here
Patients
%
5 days
3
33.3%
1 day
2
22.2%
3 month
2
22.2%
1 month
1
11.1%
2 days
1
11.1%
Six patients reported administration
When is the best condition to take Profertil: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Profertil is best taken at With a meal. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients
%
With a meal
2
33.3%
Empty stomach
2
33.3%
After food
1
16.7%
Before food
1
16.7%
26 patients reported age
Patients
%
30-45
18
69.2%
16-29
6
23.1%
46-60
2
7.7%
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