Ovugard 100mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Voizmed Pharma Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Clomiphene (100mg)
Salt Synonyms	Clomifene
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Triphenyl Ethylene Stilbene Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class	Partial estrogen agonist
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	402

FAQ

Can I take Ovugard 100mg without a doctor’s prescription?

No, Ovugard 100mg is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold without a doctor’s prescription

How and in what dose should I take Ovugard 100mg?

For best results, take Ovugard 100mg strictly as per the advice of your doctor. The number of doses you take each day, and the duration for which you take the medicine depends on the medical problem being treated.

Can I take Ovugard 100mg if I have an ovarian cyst?

No, Ovugard 100mg should not be taken, if there is a cyst in the ovary. Please consult your doctor before use

What are the common side effects of using Ovugard 100mg?

The most common side effects associated with Ovugard 100mg are hot flushes (red and warm face), stomach discomfort, and breast pain. Most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.

What is the Ovugard 100mg used for?

Ovugard 100mg is used in some women who are unable to become pregnant, due to problem with ovulation (release of an egg) or have a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

After how many days of Ovugard 100mg intake should I have sex to get pregnant?

It is ideal to have sex after 5-10 days of taking Ovugard 100mg. However, your doctor may examine you regularly during the treatment and suggest you the best possible days.

For how many cycles can I take Ovugard 100mg?

Your treatment with Ovugard 100mg may be repeated by the doctor until you get pregnant. However, the treatment can be repeated only for up to 4 menstrual cycles.

Can I take Ovugard 100mg with metformin?

Ovugard 100mg can be taken with metformin, only if advised by your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ovugard Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ovugard 100mg, please consult your doctor.

Ovugard 100mg Tablet Reviews

Ovugard 100mg is a medicine used to treat female infertility. It is used in women who are unable to become pregnant, due to ovulation problems or suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Ovugard 100mg should be taken as advised because it is not recommended for more than 3 menstrual cycles. The most common side effects associated with this medicine are hot flushes (red and warm face), stomach discomfort, breast pain, and visual disturbence. Most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, consult your doctor as soon as possible.

How Ovugard 100mg Tablet Works

Ovugard 100mg is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) which treats female infertility. It works by promoting the release of reproductive hormones. This helps stimulate the release of eggs from the ovary (ovulation).

How to Use Ovugard 100mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ovugard 100mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Ovugard 100mg Tablet

In Treatment of Female infertility: Ovugard 100mg helps in normal development of an egg in a woman's ovary (female reproductive organ), and stimulates the release of a healthy, matured egg. This helps to treat infertility in women and increases the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is commonly used in women who are taking treatment for ovulation related issues or for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Take this medicine in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Ovugard 100mg Tablet

Treatment of Female infertility

Ovugard 100mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Ovugard 100mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Liver ^UNSAFE

Ovugard 100mg is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Ovugard 100mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Ovugard 100mg may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ovugard 100mg. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Ovugard 100mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Ovugard 100mg promotes the release of reproductive hormones so it is used in women who cannot get pregnant because they are not ovulating or have a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome.
It is not safe for long-term use. Hence, it is advisable not to use it for more than 3 menstrual cycles.
It may cause blurring of vision. Be cautious while driving or doing anything requiring mental focus.
The medicine will cause ovulation after 5-10 days. It is advisable to have regular intercourse during this period.
Inform your doctor if you experience abdominal pain and distention, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and weight gain while taking this medicine.

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